Nirmal Kumar Pickleball Championship Win: Nirmal Kumar claimed the men’s singles 50+ title at the 7th Tamil Nadu State Championship Pickleball, an IPA-sanctioned PWR 100 event, held at the Picklers Arena in Chennai on Saturday. He defeated Palani Vale 15-11 in a competitive final to lift the gold medal.
Final Showdown
In the final, Nirmal Kumar and Palani Vale played a closely fought match. Nirmal maintained steady focus and handled pressure points well. Despite Vale’s strong rallies, Nirmal’s precise shots and patience helped him clinch the victory 15-11.
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Bronze Medal Match
P. Sundara Raman won the bronze medal by defeating Himanshu Shankar 11-1. Sundara Raman showed strong form, bouncing back after a semifinal loss to secure a podium finish.
Nirmal Kumar’s Path to Victory
Nirmal Kumar was dominant throughout the tournament. He topped Group A, winning all three of his matches:
Defeated Sanjay S 11-3
Beat Surajkumar Sayani 11-0
Overpowered Eswaran Annamalai 11-4
In the quarterfinal, Nirmal delivered another commanding performance, defeating Suneel Shankar 11-0. His semifinal clash with P. Sundara Raman was more challenging. Nirmal showed resilience under pressure and collected crucial points to win 11-7.
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Palani Vale’s Journey
Palani Vale reached the final with strong play, including an 11-6 win over Himanshu Shankar in the semifinal. His consistent performance throughout the tournament highlighted his skill and competitive spirit.
Significance of the Win
Nirmal Kumar’s triumph reflects his skill, patience, and ability to handle tense moments. His victory underscores the rising standard of 50+ men’s singles pickleball in Tamil Nadu and provides inspiration for upcoming players in age-group competitions.
News in Brief: Nirmal Kumar Pickleball Championship Win
Nirmal Kumar won the men’s singles 50+ title at the 7th Tamil Nadu State Championship Pickleball in Chennai, defeating Palani Vale 15-11. P. Sundara Raman claimed bronze with an 11-1 win over Himanshu Shankar. Nirmal topped his group and remained unbeaten en route to the championship.
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