Did Satwik and Chirag Secure Their Place in the Next Round?
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Synopsis
In an electrifying start to the Macau Open Super 300, Indian badminton stars Satwik Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty dominated their first match, advancing confidently in men's doubles. Rising talents Anmol and Tasnim also impressed, while other competitors faced tough challenges. Discover how the tournament unfolded!
Key Takeaways
- Satwik and Chirag show dominance in their opening match.
- Anmol and Tasnim display promising performances.
- The top-seeded women's doubles team faced an early exit.
- Indian men's doubles qualifiers progress to the main draw.
- Next matches will be crucial for all players involved.
New Delhi, July 29 (NationPress) The prominent Indian badminton players Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty kicked off their journey at the Macau Open Super 300 with an impressive straight-game victory against Malaysia's Low Hang Yee and Ng Eng Cheong in the men's doubles opening round held in Macau on Tuesday.
Recently reinstated in the top 10 of the BWF world rankings, the Asian Games gold medallists showcased a dominant performance, overpowering the Malaysian duo with scores of 21-13 and 21-15 in just 36 minutes. The Indian pair started off strong, quickly establishing a 6-1 lead.
Even though the Malaysians managed to narrow the gap to just one point at 10-9, Satwik and Chirag pulled ahead effortlessly to secure the first game. The second game proved to be more competitive, with the Malaysians staying close until the score reached 13-14, after which the Indians executed a four-point surge to clinch the match.
In the women's singles, emerging talents Anmol Kharb and Tasnim Mir advanced to the main draw after remarkable victories in their qualification matches. Anmol triumphed over Azerbaijan’s Keisha Fatimah Azzahra with scores of 21-11 and 21-13, while Tasnim overcame a challenging three-game duel against Thailand’s Tidapron Kleebyeesun, securing her win with scores of 21-14, 13-21, and 21-17.
Tasnim is set to face top seed and Olympic champion Chen Yu Fei of China, whereas Anmol will go up against Thailand’s second seed Busanan Ongbamrungphan.
In contrast, the top-seeded women’s doubles team of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand had a disappointing outing, facing a tough first-round exit. The Indian duo lost to Lin Xiao Min and Peng Yu Wei from Chinese Taipei with scores of 21-16, 20-22, and 15-21 in a match that lasted an hour.
In the men's doubles qualifiers, Dingku Singh Konthoujam and Amaan Mohammad earned a spot in the main draw by defeating Hong Kong’s Law Cheuk Him and Yeung Shing Choi with scores of 21-18 and 21-17. They will now compete against fellow Indians Pruthvi Krishnamurthy Roy and Sai Pratheek K. in the next round.
In mixed doubles, Thandrangini Hema Nagendra Babu and Priya Konjengbam also progressed, preparing for a matchup against Thailand’s Phuwanat Horbanluekit and Fungfa Korpthammakit.
Meanwhile, Meiraba Luwang Maisnam concluded his campaign in the qualification stage after a defeat with scores of 15-21, 21-17, and 13-21 against China’s Zhu Xuan Chen.
Point of View
I emphasize the unwavering spirit of our athletes. Their dedication and resilience in international competitions like the Macau Open reflect the growing stature of Indian badminton on the world stage. We stand firmly behind our players in their pursuit of excellence.
NationPress
30/07/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
Who are the key players in the Macau Open?
The key players include Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty in men's doubles, along with rising stars Anmol Kharb and Tasnim Mir in women's singles.
What were the results of the Indian women's doubles team?
The top-seeded women's doubles team, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, unfortunately, faced a first-round exit.
How did the Indian men's doubles qualifiers perform?
Dingku Singh Konthoujam and Amaan Mohammad secured their place in the main draw with a win in their qualifying match.
What’s next for Anmol and Tasnim?
Anmol will face Thailand's second seed Busanan Ongbamrungphan, while Tasnim will compete against top seed Chen Yu Fei of China.
What was the outcome for Meiraba Luwang Maisnam?
Meiraba's campaign ended in the qualification stage after a tough match against Zhu Xuan Chen from China.
