HCL Junior Open – Rising Stars Emerge on Day 2!
Indore: The day two of the HCL 14th Indian Junior Open at Daly College, Indore, featured an exciting lineup of matches across multiple categories, showcasing the budding talents in the world of junior squash. Here are some of the day’s standout performances:
Match Highlights:
– Outstanding Performances in Boys Under 11:
– Prahlad Singh Majithia showcased his dominance with a swift victory over Yashovardhan Rajale, with impressive scores of 11-2, 11-0, and 11-2.
– Aaron Arambhan, seeded in the 5/8 bracket, also turned in a commanding performance against Neel Naman, winning 11-0, 11-3, 11-7.
– Strong Showings in Girls Under 11:
– Naina Anand delivered a near-perfect match against Kopal Gupta, dominating with scores of 11-0, 11-0, and 11-1.
– Anaya Fattepuria displayed exceptional skills, overpowering Anushka Tandon with a scoreline of 11-1, 11-1, 11-0.
– Boys Under 13 Impress:
– Devansh Agrawal, seeded first, convincingly defeated Bhavik Ghuge 11-3, 11-4, 11-4.
-Rahul Sambre overcame Parshuram Lachaka in a more contested match, with scores of 11-9, 2-11, 11-8, and 11-5.
– Girls Under 13 Gaining Ground:
– Aaditri Bhattacherjee battled against Kavya Jhawar in a close match, eventually securing a win with scores of 11-4, 11-7, 9-11, and 12-10.
– Deepshika Thorat also shone brightly with her solid victory over Kavya Somani, scoring 11-3, 11-4, 11-6.
– Intensity in Boys Under 15:
– Shreyansh Jha had a thrilling comeback against Indransh Singh, pulling through with scores of 5-11, 7-11, 11-3, 12-10, and 11-7.
– Raghav Vashishtha also made a significant impact, overcoming Yukt Jajoo with a strong performance of 11-4, 11-3, 11-8.
– Girls Under 15 Show Their Mettle:
– Dhriti Sharma proved too strong for Koshiki Khandelwal, cruising to a win with scores of 11-4, 11-0, 11-3.
– Maira Ghosh was nearly flawless against Arayna Kasliwal, winning 11-0, 11-0, 11-1.
These matches have set the stage for some exciting upcoming encounters as the tournament progresses. Fans and participants alike are eagerly anticipating more action from these talented juniors who are not just competing, but also learning and growing with every match.
PSA Match Highlights:
Rathika Suthanthira Seelan vs. Shameena Riaz: In a gripping encounter, top-seeded Rathika Suthanthira Seelan demonstrated her prowess with a decisive 3-1 victory against Shameena Riaz. Rathika controlled the game with scores of 11-7, 6-11, 11-8, and 11-7.
Ravindu Laksiri vs. Vaibhav Chauhan: Sri Lankan talent Ravindu Laksiri displayed dominance in his match against Vaibhav Chauhan, sweeping through with a straightforward 11-1, 11-5, 11-2 victory.
Nirupama Dubey vs. Eesha Shrivastava: Nirupama Dubey, ranked 8th, continued her strong performance in the tournament by defeating Eesha Shrivastava with an impressive 3-0 scoreline, showcasing her consistency and tactical acumen.
Yeheni Kuruppu vs. Aryaa Dwivedi: Yeheni Kuruppu from Sri Lanka didn’t give Aryaa Dwivedi much room, securing a robust 11-4, 11-3, 11-5 win and advancing confidently in the tournament.
Diwakar Singh vs. Athbi Hamad: In a match filled with fluctuations, wildcard Diwakar Singh came out on top against Kuwait’s Athbi Hamad in a dramatic five-setter, winning 6-11, 5-11, 11-8, 14-12, 11-9. This match was particularly notable for its intensity and the remarkable comeback by Singh.
Akanksha Gupta vs. Janet Vidhi: Akanksha Gupta put up a formidable performance, securing a 3-0 win against Janet Vidhi in a closely contested match with scores of 11-9, 11-8, and 12-10, highlighting her resilience under pressure.
