Historic Bronze: Indian Women TT Team's Asian Triumph

The Indian women's table tennis team made history by securing their first-ever medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships. Despite a valiant effort, they fell to Japan in the semifinals, concluding with a 1-3 loss. This achievement marks a milestone in India's journey in the competition.

In a notable achievement, the Indian women's table tennis team clinched their first-ever medal—a bronze—at the Asian Table Tennis Championships. The team faced a tough battle against Japan in the semifinals, ultimately suffering a 1-3 defeat.

India's challenge was led by Ayhika Mukherjee, who offered a formidable performance against Japan's Miwa Harimoto, eventually succumbing with a 2-3 score. The celebrated Manika Batra brought India back in contention, delivering a decisive 3-0 victory over Satsuki Odo in the second match.

Sutirtha Mukherjee, however, furthered Japan's lead with her loss against Mima Ito. Manika Batra tried to keep India's hopes alive but was overpowered by Harimoto, ending with a 1-3 defeat. With Japan securing the win, the concluding match was deemed redundant and not played.

(With inputs from agencies.)