Rithika Ramakrishna Pickleball Triumph: Rithika Ramakrishna claimed the Women’s Singles Open Pro title at the 7th Tamil Nadu State Level Championship Pickleball, an IPA-sanctioned PWR 100 event, held at Picklers Arena in Chennai on Saturday. She narrowly defeated Kamini Boopathy 15-14 in a thrilling final to lift the crown.
Final Match Thriller
The final was a tight, see-saw battle. Both players exchanged points in a tense contest, but Rithika Ramakrishna held her nerve at the crucial stages. Her precise shots and strategic play helped her clinch a 15-14 victory over Kamini Boopathy in a closely fought encounter that had the crowd on edge.
Semi-Finals Recap
Rithika Ramakrishna reached the final by beating Madhuridha Rajavel 11-4 in the semi-final. Kamini Boopathy secured her spot in the championship match with a dominant 11-1 win over Chandni Murali. These semi-final performances set up an exciting clash between the two unbeaten players.
Third-Place Playoff
In the bronze medal match, Madhuridha Rajavel overcame Chandni Murali 11-9 to secure third place. Both players fought hard, but Madhuridha’s composure in key moments helped her take the podium finish.
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Earlier Rounds and Group Stage
Rithika Ramakrishna displayed strong form throughout the tournament. In Group A, she started with an 11-0 win over Chandni Murali and followed it with an 11-2 victory against Neithra Venkata. Her consistent performances throughout the group stage laid the foundation for her success in the knockout rounds.
Significance of the Win
Rithika Ramakrishna’s victory highlights the growing competitiveness of women’s pickleball in Tamil Nadu. Her narrow win over Kamini Boopathy demonstrates her resilience, mental strength, and ability to perform under pressure, setting a benchmark for future participants in the Open Pro category.
News in Brief: Rithika Ramakrishna Pickleball Triumph
Rithika Ramakrishna won the Women’s Singles Open Pro title at the 7th Tamil Nadu State Level Championship Pickleball in Chennai. She edged Kamini Boopathy 15-14 in a thrilling final. Rithika was unbeaten in earlier rounds, defeating Madhuridha Rajavel 11-4 in the semi-final and topping her Group A matches with dominant scores.