Chirag Sen Triumphs in Style, Clinches Men’s Singles Title at 85th Senior National Badminton Championships
In a spectacular finale at the 85th Senior National Badminton Championships, Chirag Sen of Indian Railways emerged victorious, securing the men’s singles title with a thrilling performance against Telangana’s M. Tharun. The tournament marked the culmination of a highly successful three months for Sen, during which he consistently outperformed higher-ranked players on the international stage.
The men’s singles final witnessed an intense battle as Chirag Sen showcased his prowess with a 21-14, 13-21, 21-9 victory over the formidable fourth-seeded Tharun. The deciding third game saw Sen’s relentless attacking style, seizing every opportunity to dominate the court. As he surged to a 15-9 lead, it became evident that the title was within his grasp.
Reflecting on his remarkable journey, Sen expressed his satisfaction with the singles triumph, emphasizing the confidence gained from earlier victories, especially against the third-seeded Kartikey Gulshan Kumar in the second round. This win not only secured the national title for Sen but also marked a significant breakthrough in his singles career, adding a new chapter to his four-year-long badminton journey.
In the women’s singles summit clash, Anmol Kharb of Haryana emerged victorious, albeit under unique circumstances. Her opponent and friend, Tanvi Sharma of Punjab, succumbed to a thigh strain midway through the match, leading to Kharb’s 15-21, 21-17, 16-8 (retd.) win. This victory made Kharb one of the youngest women players to clinch the Senior Nationals title at just 16 years old.
The 85th Senior National Badminton Championships concluded on a high note, with Sen and Kharb leaving an indelible mark with their exceptional performances, setting the stage for continued excellence in the Indian badminton circuit.
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