Manika Batra Creates History First Indian Table Tennis Player to Reach Round of 16
31 July 2024 7:28 AM
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Dominant Victory She secured a commanding 4-0 victory against higher-ranked French player Prithika Pavade.
Overcoming Challenges Ranked 28th globally, Manika surpassed her opponent, ranked 10 places higher.
Golden Girl The 29-year-old is a gold medalist at the 2018 Commonwealth Games.
Breaking Barriers This achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian table tennis.
Inspiring Performance Manika's victory has inspired millions of young Indians to take up the sport.
Improved Ranking This historic run is expected to boost Manika's world ranking.
National Pride Her accomplishment has brought immense pride and joy to the nation.
Increased Visibility Table tennis in India is likely to gain more attention and support.
Pathfinder Manika's success paves the way for future Indian table tennis players.