PANJIM: Anushri Naik, Pratigya L, Gargi Saikia, Danishta Saikia, Urvi Surlakar, Samaira Soares demonstrated exceptional abilities in their respective categories to secure well-deserved spots in various finals of 7th YMCA Table Tennis Ranking Tournament at Indoor Stadium, Campal, here, Saturday.
The U-17 girls category set the stage for an epic confrontation between Anushri Naik and Pratigya L, while the U-19 girls finals promise an exhilarating match between Gargi Saikia and Danishta Saikia.
In the women’s finals, it will be a clash between the emerging talents – Urvi Surlakar and Samaira Soares. Urvi demonstrated finesse and precision to reach the finals, whereas Samaira made an indelible impression with strategic brilliance, unwavering focus, and agility.
Earlier, the U-17 girls semi-finals showcased Anushri Naik’s determination as she secured a thrilling 3-2 victory against Pradhnya Caro. Pratigya L displayed exceptional skills and composure, dominating the other semi-final with a flawless 3-0 win over Riya Gopi.
The U-19 girls semi-finals witnessed Gargi Saikia’s triumph over Samaira Soares, clinching a strong 3-1 victory, while Danishta Saikia exhibited her talent defeating Anushri Naik with a commanding 3-0 win.
The women’s semi-finals were a gripping affair. Urvi Surlakar emerged victorious against Anushri Naik with a thrilling 3-1 win, while Samaira Soares showcased her skills and determination by upsetting top seed, Prutha Parrikar, with a hard-fought 3-1 score. Results:
U-17 girls quarters: Pratigya L bt. Shreya Phadte 3-0, Anushri Naik bt Neeza Kamat 3-2, Riya Gopi bt. Danishta Saikia 3-2,
Pradhnya Caro bt. Urvi Surlakar 3-2. Semis: Anushri Naik bt Pradhnya Caro 3-2, Pratigya L bt. Riya Gopi 3-0.
U-19 girls quarters: Gargi Saikia bt Riya Gopi 3-0, Anushri Naik bt. Pratigya 3-1, Danishta Saikia bt. Urvi Surlakar 3-0,Samaira Soares bt Neeza Kamat 3-2. Semis: Gargi Saikia bt Samaira Soares 3-1, Danishta Saikia bt. Anushri Naik 3-0.
Women’s quarters: Prutha Parrikar bt Hiya Patel 3-0, Urvi Surlakar bt Swara Desai 3-0, Samaira Soares bt Neeza Kamat 3-2, Anushri Naik bt Riya Gopi 3-2. Semis: Urvi Surlakar bt Anushri Naik 3-1, Samaira Soares bt Prutha Parrikar 3-1.
