Darsh Pai reaches semi-finals in boys’ under-14, under-18 categories in TNS PG Open Tennis tournament

Goa Khabar: Darsh Pai notched twin victories in the ongoing state-ranking TNS PG Open Tennis tournament at the Panjim Gymkhana on Friday, defeating Kyan Mavany (6-3) in the boys’ under-18 years category, while also brushing aside the challenge by Devansh Naik (6-0) in the boys’ under-14 years category.

With the two convincing victories, Pai has reached the semi-finals in both categories.

Mavany’s solid forehand has however ensured his entry in the semi-finals of the boys’ under-14 years category with his win over Noah Carvalho.

Kabir Gadre also made an easy meal of opponent Gaurang Nerulkar (6-1) to move into the semi-finals of the boys’ under-18 years grouping.

In the girls under-18 years event, Tithee Bhoomkar swept away her opponent Mahi Singh (6-0), while Vidhi beat Anika (6-2), to reach the semi-finals of the event.

The fresh round of men’s singles matches got off to a great start with impressive gameplay and noteable sportsmanship. In the pre-quarters, Tejas Shevde defeated Jai Gill (6-3), while Pankaj vanquished Kishore with an impressive (6-0) victory. Later in the day, Tejas continued with his winning streak by defeating Pankaj (6-0), qualifying for the semi-finals.

Nearly 140 Tennis players across eleven categories are participating in the state ranking Tennis tournament.

The tournament, which is co-organised by the Goa State Tennis Association and the Panjim Gymkhana, is critical for Goan professional Tennis players keen on enhancing their state ranking.