Keshav Goel Pickleball Victory Kolkata: Keshav Goel claimed the Intermediate Men’s Singles crown at the Arena One Open PWR 200 in Kolkata, defeating Raghav Todi 21-17 in a thrilling final. The tournament, held at Ballygunge Arena, featured intense competition and a Rs 3.5 lakh prize pool, underscoring pickleball’s rising popularity in India.
Goel Shines in the Final
The title clash between Keshav Goel and Raghav Todi delivered high-energy rallies and close exchanges. Goel’s steady play helped him edge past Todi, who fought hard but could not overcome Goel’s consistency. The narrow margin of victory highlighted the intensity of the match and the determination of both players.
Path to the Podium
Keshav Goel’s journey began in Pool D, where he won all three of his matches with commanding performances. His dominance in the group stage gave him confidence heading into the knockout rounds. Raghav Todi, also from Pool D, advanced as the second qualifier after winning two matches. His only loss in the pool was to Goel, where he fell 6-15.
In the battle for bronze, Vineet R Nair defeated Devang Dhariwal to secure third place. Nair’s strong showing capped off a successful run for him in the competition.
Rising Popularity of Pickleball
The Arena One Open PWR 200 featured top players across different categories, with both men’s and women’s matches attracting attention. The event once again highlighted how pickleball is spreading quickly across India, bringing new players into the sport and offering more opportunities to compete at higher levels.
Looking Ahead
The Indian Pickleball Association continues to support the sport by organizing major tournaments like this one. With growing participation and prize money, players such as Keshav Goel, Raghav Todi, Vineet R Nair, and Devang Dhariwal are inspiring more people to take up pickleball. Events like these are expected to further strengthen India’s presence in the sport.
News in Brief: Keshav Goel Pickleball Victory Kolkata
Keshav Goel won the Intermediate Men’s Singles title at the Arena One Open PWR 200 in Kolkata, beating Raghav Todi 21-17 in the final. Vineet R Nair earned bronze over Devang Dhariwal. With a Rs 3.5 lakh prize pool, the event showed pickleball’s rapid growth and competitive spirit in India.
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