Kamini M and Venkatesh N won the mixed doubles 35+ title at the 7th Tamil Nadu State Level Championship Pickleball, an IPA-sanctioned PWR 100 event, held at the Picklers Arena in Chennai on Sunday. They defeated Saravanan Chandrasekar and Petulia Balaji 15–7 in the final. Kavya Somesh and Ganesh Kumar claimed bronze by beating Charanya A and Ranjith Saravanan 11–8 in the third-place playoff.
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Commanding Final Performance
In the final, Kamini M and Venkatesh N showcased superior teamwork and strategy. They quickly took control of rallies, combining sharp serves with well-placed shots to dominate Saravanan Chandrasekar and Petulia Balaji. Their 15–7 victory reflected consistent precision and strong coordination, securing the championship convincingly.
Journey to the Title
Kamini M and Venkatesh N began their campaign in Group A with dominant performances. They crushed Atul Jain and Suraiya Quazi 11–0 in their opening match. Their momentum continued with another 11–0 win against Saranya Gana and Gana Guru. The duo then overcame Ravi Ramasamy and Saranya Arun, followed by an 11–2 win over Manisha Bhandari and Vishnu Chittan to finish the group stage.
In the knockout rounds, Kamini M and Venkatesh N defeated R. Swaminathan and Pearline Roopkumar 11–1 in the quarterfinal. They then beat Charanya A and Ranjith Saravanan in the semifinal to reach the final against Saravanan Chandrasekar and Petulia Balaji.
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Tournament Context
The 7th Tamil Nadu State Level Championship Pickleball, held over two weekends—6th and 7th September, and 13th and 14th September—is a key event in the IPA calendar. It highlights the growing popularity of pickleball in southern India and provides a competitive platform for players across age groups.
Significance of the Victory
Kamini M and Venkatesh N’s win in the mixed doubles 35+ category demonstrates their skill, teamwork, and experience. Their dominant performance in both group and knockout stages reinforces their status among top regional players. This victory also underscores the rising standard of competitive pickleball in Tamil Nadu.
News in Brief: Kamini M and Venkatesh N
Kamini M and Venkatesh N won the mixed doubles 35+ title at the Tamil Nadu State Level Championship Pickleball in Chennai, defeating Saravanan Chandrasekar and Petulia Balaji 15–7 in the final. Kavya Somesh and Ganesh Kumar claimed bronze. Kamini and Venkatesh were dominant throughout the group stages and knockout rounds, highlighting strong teamwork and consistency.
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