Winners of the third edition of Tokhu Emong Open Badminton Championship which concluded on November 2.
ALONE, NOVEMBER 2 (MExN): The third edition of Tokhu Emong Open Badminton Championship 2023 culminated today with Thungdemo Kyong, Chief Team Metamorphosis as the special guest.
A total of 27 entries consisting of seniors and veterans participated in the tournament held at Indoor Badminton Stadium, GHSS Wokha.
In the men’s single Thungbemo defeated Benri Humtsoe with a score of 24-22 and 21-19. In the men’s doubles final Thungbemo & Nchumbemo prevailed over Benri and Shancho with a score of 21-17, 13-21 and 21-17 to emerge champions. In the veteran’s double final, Robert and Nongothung defeated Cyrus James and Yanbemo with a score of 21-17 and 21-16.
Kyong, in his speech, expressed his gratitude to the WDBA Officials for providing a platform for the badminton lovers in the District and said that those of us who are interested in sports must put more efforts and show to the world that sports person can also have a wonderful and bright future.
He further said, “sports is just one wonderful activity which will not just enable us to attain certain stage in life but also help us to discipline ourselves and keep us physically fit.”
The programme was chaired by Alice Kenye, Asst. Professor, MTC. Wati Odyuo, General Secretary, WDBA highlighted the tournament’s report in his vote of thanks. The champions walked away with a cash prizes and a running trophy sponsored by Myingthungo Ababe Ezung OSD, Transport Department and Janthungo Kikon, Chairman Tsungiki Village Council.
Final results
Senior men’s singles Final
Winner: Thungbemo
Runners-up: Benri
Senior men’s doubles
Winner: Nchumbemo and Thungbemo
Runners-up : Benri & Shanchothung
Veterans doubles final
Winner: Nongothung & Robert
Runners-up: Cyrus James & Yanbemo
2023-11-03 02:40:24
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