The Yonex-Sunrise 85th Senior National Badminton Championships kicked off with a bang, witnessing stellar performances from emerging talents and seasoned players alike. In a dominant display, the mixed doubles pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto claimed victory over Vanlalringngheta Joseph and Laldingpull Ralte, showcasing their exceptional form and confidence.
Controversially, as the badminton extravaganza unfolds, debates arise about the visibility and support extended to doubles events compared to singles. Critics argue that while singles often take the spotlight, the skill, strategy, and teamwork exhibited in doubles deserve more recognition. This prompts questions about the equitable promotion and appreciation of different badminton formats.
In the women’s singles arena, Tanvi Sharma, a silver medallist at Badminton Asia’s Junior Championships, displayed her prowess by defeating Tanya Hemanth with ease. The 14-year-old’s victory underscores the potential of the younger generation in Indian badminton.
Experiencing a tougher challenge, BWF 2023 World Junior Championships bronze medallist Ayush Shetty secured a hard-fought win against Adheep Gupta in the men’s singles. Shetty’s encounter highlights the competitive nature of the championships and the resilience required to navigate through the rounds.
Meanwhile, seasoned player Sameer Verma showcased his class with a comfortable victory over Aditya Mondal in the men’s singles round. The 29-year-old shuttler’s journey through the championships is anticipated with great interest.
As the action unfolds, young talent Dhruv Negi, BAI’s U19 top-ranked player, demonstrated his skill and dominance with a swift victory over Prem Singh Chouhan. Negi’s performance adds excitement to the prospects of emerging talents in the tournament.
