Indian Table Tennis Stars Shine at Asian Championships

Ayhika and Sutirtha Mukherjee secured a historic medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships. They overcame South Korean opponents in the quarterfinals and will face Japan in the semifinals. Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah advanced to the pre-quarterfinals after notable victories, while other Indian players faced mixed results.

In a stellar performance at the Asian Table Tennis Championships, Ayhika and Sutirtha Mukherjee have assured India of a medal after their victory over South Korea's Kim Nayeong and Lee Eunhye in the quarterfinals on Saturday.

The dynamic duo, known for their strategic play with contrasting rubber surfaces, will face Japan's Miwa Harimoto and Miyuu Kishara in the semifinals, marking another significant achievement following their bronze at the previous Asian Games.

Meanwhile, in men's singles, Manav Thakkar and Manush Shah stunned higher-ranked South Korean opponents to reach the pre-quarterfinals, showcasing India's growing prowess in international table tennis competitions.

(With inputs from agencies.)