Manipur Shines in Wushu at 38th National Games, Clinches Several Gold Medals
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Synopsis
Manipur excelled in Wushu at the 38th National Games in Dehradun, showcasing remarkable talent and achieving multiple gold medals in both Taulo and Sanda disciplines.
Key Takeaways
- Manipur's strong performance in Wushu.
- Multiple gold medals in Taulo and Sanda.
- Exceptional skill and discipline displayed by athletes.
- Intense competition with fierce matches.
- Upcoming rounds promise more action.
Dehradun, Jan 29 (NationPress) Manipur showcased its prowess on the inaugural day of the Wushu events at the Kanchenjunga Hall, MPSC, delivering a thrilling exhibition of skill and precision during the 38th National Games on Wednesday. The competitions included two principal disciplines: Taulo and Sanda, with athletes revealing their remarkable abilities and commitment.
The Taulo competitions concluded with a total of 12 medals distributed across four categories, highlighting the exceptional technical skills and artistry inherent in Wushu. Manipur's dominance in the Taulo events was clear, as they achieved numerous podium placements, solidifying their command over the discipline.
The high-energy Sanda matches kicked off with Round 1 on Wednesday, showcasing fierce contests in various weight categories for both men and women.
In the Women’s 60kg category, Isha Gurjan from Uttarakhand triumphed over Rajasthan, exhibiting superior technique and perseverance. In the Men’s under 45kg category, Mayank Panwar of Uttarakhand claimed victory against Kerala, demonstrating agility and strength in the combat sport.
With such a thrilling beginning, the Wushu events at the Games are set to be a captivating display of skill, endurance, and sportsmanship. The forthcoming rounds in Sanda are anticipated to provide even more exciting confrontations as competitors vie for prestigious accolades.
Taulo Event Results:
Category 1: Taulo Single Senior – Changquan (Male)
Gold: Mayanglambam Saratchandra Singh (SSCB); Silver: Salam Bichitro Singh (Manipur); Bronze: Sher Singh Pulami (Delhi)
Category 2: Taulo Single Senior – Nanquan (Male)
Gold: Bonish Yurembam (Manipur); Silver: Krish Chhetri (Delhi); Bronze: Devesh Shaw (West Bengal)
Category 3: Taulo Single Senior – Changquan (Female)
Gold: Tongbram Saya Chanu (Manipur); Silver: Khaidem Panthoi Devi (Manipur); Bronze: Jyoti Verma (Uttarakhand)
Category 4: Taulo Single Senior – Nanquan (Female)
Gold: Konjengbam Luxmi Devi (Manipur); Silver: Hanjabam Langlentombi Devi (Manipur); Bronze: Aprajeeta Mishra (Bihar)
