Karthika Larshini Pickleball Triumph: Karthika Larshini claimed the women’s singles crown at the first-ever Trivandrum Pickleball Open with a commanding 11-1 victory over Salma Ahmed in the final on Sunday. The match was played at Spinz Pickleball Trivandrum in Thiruvananthapuram.
A Dominant Final Performance
The title clash saw Karthika Larshini take control from the very start. She allowed her opponent, Salma Ahmed, only one point before sealing the championship. The win marked a memorable moment for her and highlighted her strong form throughout the event.
Tournament Details
The Trivandrum Pickleball Open was a two-day event, sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association. It was held under the PWR 50 category and offered a prize pool of ₹66,000, along with vouchers sponsored by Sportsden.
A First for Kerala
This competition was the first official pickleball tournament ever held in Kerala. Organizers and players viewed it as an important step in promoting the sport in the state, opening opportunities for more athletes to compete in the future.
Significance of the Victory
For Karthika Larshini, the win established her as the inaugural champion of the tournament. For Kerala, the successful hosting of the event reflected the growing interest in pickleball and hinted at a promising future for the sport across the region.
News in Brief: Karthika Larshini Pickleball Triumph
Karthika Larshini won the women’s singles title at the inaugural Trivandrum Pickleball Open with an 11-1 victory over Salma Ahmed at Spinz Pickleball Trivandrum. The two-day event, sanctioned by the Indian Pickleball Association, featured a prize pool of ₹66,000 and marked Kerala’s first pickleball tournament.
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