Maitreya Bhagat and Anay Patil won the Open Men’s Doubles gold at the Arena One Open PWR 200 in Kolkata. They defeated Tejas Gulati and Vinay Sethia 21-19 in a thrilling final on Day 2 at Ballygunge Arena. The match featured intense rallies and close scores throughout.
Thrilling Final Showdown
The gold medal match was tightly contested. Both teams exchanged points in high-intensity rallies. Bhagat and Patil stayed calm under pressure, edging ahead in the final stages to secure a 21-19 win. Their composure and teamwork proved decisive against the formidable pairing of Tejas Gulati and Vinay Sethia.
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Intense Semi-Finals
The path to the final was equally competitive. In the first semi-final, Tejas Gulati and Vinay Sethia defeated Mustafa Khan and Rahil Sanghrajka 15-8, demonstrating sharp coordination and aggressive play. In the second semi-final, Maitreya Bhagat and Anay Patil overcame Haydn Rodrigues and Arup Mullick with a confident performance to book their place in the final.
Bronze Medal Match
The bronze medal contest saw Mustafa Khan and Rahil Sanghrajka bounce back after their semi-final loss. They defeated Haydn Rodrigues and Arup Mullick 15-11, showing resilience and earning a deserved spot on the podium.
Men’s Doubles Showcase Competitiveness
The Open Men’s Doubles category highlighted skill, strategy, and endurance. Bhagat and Patil’s triumph added excitement to the Arena One Open PWR 200, confirming why pickleball is emerging as a fast-growing and competitive sport in India.
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News in Brief: Maitreya Bhagat and Anay Patil
Maitreya Bhagat and Anay Patil won the Open Men’s Doubles gold at the Arena One Open PWR 200 in Kolkata, defeating Tejas Gulati and Vinay Sethia 21-19. Mustafa Khan and Rahil Sanghrajka claimed bronze. The matches featured intense rallies, close scores, and showcased the growing competitiveness of Indian pickleball.
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