Ishika Gupta and Shreya Chakraborty stormed to victory in the Open Women’s Doubles final at the Arena One Open PWR 200, held at Ballygunge Arena in Kolkata. The pair defeated Dipti Srivastava and Amrita Mukherjee 21-7 on Sunday, sealing the gold medal with a commanding performance.
Road to the Final
Ishika Gupta and Shreya Chakraborty showed consistency throughout the event. They topped Pool B with an unbeaten record before advancing to the knockout stages. In the semi-final, they beat Aastha Seth and Anshi Seth 15-8, playing with sharp angles and smooth teamwork. Their rhythm carried into the final, where they stayed in control from start to finish.
Dipti Srivastava and Amrita Mukherjee also had a strong run. They won Pool A and then overcame Rachael Jones and Danielle Jones in a close 15-13 semi-final. But in the gold medal match, they struggled to handle the pace and precision of their opponents.
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Bronze Medal Contest
The third-place playoff saw Rachael Jones and Danielle Jones bounce back after their semi-final defeat. They beat Aastha Seth and Anshi Seth 15-6 to secure bronze. Their result highlighted the growing talent in women’s doubles, with all teams displaying skill and determination.
Significance of the Win
The final was more than just a victory for Ishika Gupta and Shreya Chakraborty. Their dominance sent a clear message about their rising status in Indian women’s pickleball. Their ability to combine power and precision made them stand out, and their win has raised the bar for competition in future tournaments.
News in Brief: Ishika Gupta and Shreya Chakraborty
Ishika Gupta and Shreya Chakraborty won the Open Women’s Doubles crown at the Arena One Open PWR 200 in Kolkata, beating Dipti Srivastava and Amrita Mukherjee 21-7 in the final. Rachael Jones and Danielle Jones claimed bronze with a 15-6 win over Aastha Seth and Anshi Seth.