Junior world championship bronze medallist Ayush Shetty exhibited confidence in winning both his qualifying round matches during the inaugural Guwahati Masters Super 100 bhttps://dailyingest.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Vicky-Kaushal.jpgton tournament. Shetty secured victories against seventh seed Kiran Kumar Mekala and Siddharth Pratap Singh, earning a well-deserved spot in the main draw.
Tough Drift but Successful Control in Qualifying Rounds
Despite facing challenging drift conditions, Shetty showcased his skills in controlling rallies, securing a decisive win against Siddharth Pratap Singh in two games. Looking ahead to the main draw, Shetty is set to face compatriot Arunesh Hari in the opening round.
Isharani Baruah Shines as Lone Indian Qualifier in Women’s Singles
Assam’s emerging star, Isharani Baruah, stood out as the sole Indian qualifier in women’s singles. After defeating Shriyanshi Valishetty and Indonesia’s Deswanti Nurtertiati in the qualifying rounds, Isharani expressed her happiness at reaching the main draw. The upcoming challenge for her involves facing third seed Sung Shuo Yun of Chinese Taipei in the opening round.
Home Support Plays a Crucial Role
Isharani acknowledged the significance of the home crowd, stating that the support from friends and well-wishers in Assam was special. The atmosphere and encouragement played a crucial role in her success, making it a memorable experience in the first-ever Super 100 event held in Guwahati.
