Manika Batra, Indiaโs table tennis star, scripted history on Monday by becoming the first Indian to reach the round of 16 in the Olympic Games singles competition. The 29-year-old defeated Franceโs Prithika Pavade 4-0 in a commanding performance.
Manika Batra is through to the Round of 16 in Women's Singles! ๐
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This victory is an important milestone for Indian women’s table tennis. Earlier, Achanta Sharath Kamal had reached the round of 32 in men’s singles at the Tokyo Olympics. Manika surpassed her achievement from the same Olympics where she became the first Indian woman to reach the round of 32.
Despite being ranked lower than her opponent, Manika displayed exceptional skill and determination. Her powerful forehands and strategic backhand targeting proved decisive. The match was closely contested in the first game, but Manikaโs consistency and aggression helped her secure the win. She maintained her dominance in the following games, sealing the match 11-9, 11-6, 11-9, 11-7.
Result Update: India Womenโs #TableTennis Singles Round of 32
— SAI Media (@Media_SAI) July 29, 2024
Our magnificent paddler๐ @manikabatra_TT creates history as she qualifies for Round of 16 ๐ฅณ
Manika defeats ๐ซ๐ท France's World No. 18, Prithika Pavade with a score of 11-9, 11-6, 11-9 & 11-7 in the Round of 32. pic.twitter.com/VXrkySmXCs
Manika Batra ‘s journey to the Olympic Round of 16 is a testament to her hard work and dedication. She has set a new benchmark for Indian women’s table tennis and has inspired millions of fans across the country.
Paris 2024 Olympics table tennis: Indian team
- Sharath Kamal (menโs singles and team)
- Harmeet Desai (menโs singles and team)
- Manav Thakkar (menโs team)
- Manika Batra (womenโs singles and team)
- Sreeja Akula (womenโs singles and team)
- Archana Kamath (womenโs team)
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— India_AllSports (@India_AllSports) July 29, 2024
She is through to the Pre-QF, becoming the FIRST EVER Indian paddler (male or female) to achieve this feat! ๐
Manika did it in style, BEATING WR 18 Prithika Pavade 4-0. ๐๐ฎ๐ณ #Paris2024โฆ pic.twitter.com/wNGdCPZN3x
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