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Navelim: On an intense Day Two of the Yonex-Sunrise All India Sub Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium, Goa’s Michael Ryan Mare lifted local spirits with a gritty performance in the Boys Doubles category. Partnering with Telangana’s Sai Charith Abbu, the Goan ace edged past Ajinkya Desai (Maharashtra) and Aadvik Sah (Uttarakhand) in a nerve-wracking second-round clash that ended 17-15, 5-15, 15-9. The victory propelled the Indo-state pair into the next round, much to the delight of the home crowd.
Michael, currently Goa’s top-ranked U-13 player, stood tall amidst a series of early exits for the state’s contingent, keeping hopes alive for a deeper run in the tournament.
In Boys Singles, Samarth Sakhalkar delivered one of the day’s most thrilling encounters. He survived a rollercoaster Round 3 battle against Telangana’s Venkat Sai Hishal Kaki, clinching the match 15-12, 15-17, 20-18. However, his campaign came to an end in Round 4, where he was outplayed by Kerala’s Milkha Shinoy S. with scores of 12-15, 9-15.
Elsewhere, the going was tough for other Goan shuttlers. Vishwa Parab, who had shown early promise, bowed out in the third round after a hard-fought 15-10, 10-15, 12-15 loss to Odisha’s Panshul Seth. Daksh Kamat was unable to match the pace and precision of Maharashtra’s Prathamesh Jagdale, falling 7-15, 5-15 in straight games.
In the Girls Singles category, Amaira Dhumatker continued to impress but couldn’t get past Tamil Nadu’s Jiyashree R., losing 9-15, 8-15 in Round 3. Kanika Pai Vernekar also exited early, going down 7-15, 5-15 to Andhra Pradesh’s Samanvitha Padamata in Round 2.
Goa’s Second Boys Doubles Pair, Pratik Naik Borkar and Varun Sahakari, Struggled Against a Strong Telangana Duo, Advait Sattu and Advik Shukla, Suforing a Heavy 4-15, 4-15 Defeat.
On the national front, the competition heated up as several top seeds flexed their muscle. Uttar Pradesh’s Kandarp Khatri caused a major upset, knocking out second seed Kyon Tamin of Andaman & Nicobar 13-15, 15-5, 15-10 in Boys Singles Round 4. Meanwhile, third seed Jatin Saraf (Maharashtra) breezed past Karnataka’s Pratham Sandeep Bayar with a clinical 15-6, 15-6 win, and fourth seed Kian Yadav (Rajasthan) crushed Abhiraj Singh (Uttarakhand) 15-2, 15-4.
In Girls Singles, the top seed Twinkle Malik (Haryana) moved into the next round with ease, dispatching Odisha’s Adyasha Lenka 15-8, 15-13. Second seed Padmja Singh (Rajasthan) overcame a stiff challenge from Tanya Nanubolu (Andhra Pradesh) 15-5, 6-15, 15-8. Third seed Vanya Choudhary (Uttar Pradesh) showed no mercy as she blanked Kavya Vora (Gujarat) 15-2, 15-4.
Organized by the Goa Badminton Association under the aegis of the Badminton Association of India and supported by the Sports Authority of Goa, the tournament has drawn top young talent from across the country. The main draw action is set to begin on Wednesday, promising more high-octane clashes in this prestigious national event.
Key Match Results and Statistics – Day Two Overview
to provide a clearer picture of the competition, here’s a swift summary of key match results from Day Two of the Yonex-Sunrise All India Sub Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament:
| Category | Player(s) | Opponent(s) | Score(s) | Round | Notes |
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| Boys Doubles | Michael Ryan mare (Goa) & Sai Charith Abbu (Telangana) | Ajinkya Desai (Maharashtra) & Aadvik Sah (Uttarakhand) | 17-15, 5-15, 15-9 | Round 2 | Goa’s Mare advances with a hard-fought win. |
| Boys Singles | Samarth Sakhalkar (Goa) | Venkat Sai Hishal Kaki (Telangana) | 15-12,15-17,20-18 | Round 3 | Thrilling three-game victory. |
| Boys Singles | samarth Sakhalkar (Goa) | Milkha Shinoy S. (Kerala) | 12-15, 9-15 | Round 4 | Sakhalkar’s run ends. |
| Boys Singles | Vishwa Parab (Goa) | Panshul Seth (Odisha) | 15-10,10-15,12-15 | Round 3 | Parab exits after a close match. |
| Boys Singles | Daksh Kamat (Goa) | Prathamesh jagdale (Maharashtra) | 7-15, 5-15 | Round 3 | Kamat struggles to advance. |
| Girls Singles | Amaira Dhumatker (Goa) | Jiyashree R. (Tamil Nadu) | 9-15, 8-15 | Round 3 | Dhumatker’s run ends. |
| Girls Singles | Kanika Pai Vernekar (Goa) | Samanvitha Padamata (Andhra Pradesh) | 7-15, 5-15 | round 2 | Vernekar exits in Round 2. |
| Boys Doubles | Pratik Naik Borkar & Varun Sahakari (Goa) | advait Sattu & Advik Shukla (Telangana) | 4-15, 4-15 | | Goa’s second pair suffers defeat. |
| boys Singles | Kandarp Khatri (Uttar Pradesh) | Kyon Tamin (Andaman & Nicobar) | 13-15, 15-5, 15-10 | Round 4 | Major upset, knocking out the second seed. |
| Boys Singles | Jatin Saraf (Maharashtra) | Pratham Sandeep Bayar (Karnataka) | 15-6, 15-6 | Round 4 | Dominant performance by Saraf. |
| Boys Singles | Kian Yadav (Rajasthan) | Abhiraj Singh (Uttarakhand) | 15-2, 15-4 | Round 4 | yadav’s commanding victory. |
| Girls Singles | Twinkle Malik (Haryana) | adyasha Lenka (Odisha) | 15-8, 15-13 | Round 4 | Top seed advances comfortably. |
| Girls Singles | Padmja Singh (Rajasthan) | Tanya Nanubolu (Andhra Pradesh) | 15-5, 6-15, 15-8 | Round 4 | Singh overcomes a challenge.|
| Girls Singles | Vanya Choudhary (Uttar Pradesh) | Kavya Vora (Gujarat) | 15-2, 15-4 | Round 4 | Choudhary’s convincing win. |
This table offers a snapshot of the intense competition, highlighting key wins and upsets from Day Two. This format makes the results immediately accessible and easier to digest for the reader.
FAQ: Your Questions Answered
To further enhance reader engagement and provide a thorough overview, here are answers to some frequently asked questions about the tournament:
Q: What is the Yonex-Sunrise All india sub Junior (U-13) Ranking Badminton Tournament?
A: This tournament is a prestigious national-level badminton competition for players under the age of 13, organized under the aegis of the Badminton Association of India. it provides a platform for young talent to showcase their skills and earn valuable ranking points.
Q: Where is the tournament being held?
A: The tournament is being held at the Manohar Parrikar Indoor Stadium in Goa.
Q: Who is Michael Ryan mare?
A: michael Ryan Mare is a Goan badminton player who is currently the top-ranked U-13 player in Goa.He had a notable victory in the Boys Doubles category on Day Two.
Q: What are the key categories in this tournament?
A: The tournament features Boys Singles, Girls Singles, and Boys Doubles events, with participants vying for a place in the main draw.
Q: Are there any upsets in the tournament?
A: Yes, there have been some upsets, including Kandarp khatri of Uttar Pradesh defeating the second seed, kyon Tamin, in the Boys Singles.
Q: What does it mean to be a “top seed”?
A: Top seeds are players who have high national rankings,making them favorites in the tournament. Their seeding is based on their past performance and ranking points.
Q: Where can I find more information about the Goa Badminton Association?
A: The goa Badminton Association is the organizing body for this event. You can often find information about the association, including future events, on their official website or social media channels.
Q: What does the term “main draw” mean?
A: The main draw refers to the major competition phase of the tournament, where the top players compete in a knockout format to determine the winners of each category.
Q: What is the meaning of this tournament for young badminton players?
A: This tournament provides crucial experience, recognition, and ranking points for young badminton players. Success in this event can fast-track their growth and open doors to further opportunities in the sport.
Q: How can I stay updated with the tournament results?
A: Stay tuned to local media outlets like Goemkarponn for the latest updates, scores, and match reports.
