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India had a day of mixed emotions at the Syed Modi International Super 300 on Sunday. On one hand, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand successfully defended their women\u2019s doubles title, while Kidambi Srikanth faced disappointment in the men\u2019s singles final, extending his title drought.<\/p>\n
The women\u2019s doubles champions put on an impressive performance, coming back from a game down to defeat Japan\u2019s Kaho Osawa and Mai Tanabe, ranked 35th in the world, with scores of 17-21, 21-13, 21-15. Their thrilling match lasted over an hour and showcased their determination and skill. <\/p>\n
In contrast, Srikanth, who won a silver medal at the 2021 World Championships, lost to Hong Kong\u2019s Jason Gunawan in a tightly contested final, ending with scores of 16-21, 21-8, 20-22. This defeat marked another setback in Srikanth\u2019s career, as he hasn\u2019t won a title since the French Open in 2017, despite coming close earlier this year at the Malaysia Masters.<\/p>\n
### Srikanth\u2019s Ongoing Struggle<\/p>\n
The final match started off poorly for Srikanth, who fell behind early as Gunawan quickly took a lead. Although Srikanth showed flashes of brilliance with some impressive shots, he couldn\u2019t regain control, and Gunawan took the first game. <\/p>\n
Things looked different in the second game, where Srikanth transformed his play. He started strong, mixing powerful smashes with excellent defensive plays, and managed to level the match with a convincing win in the second game.<\/p>\n
However, the final game was a nail-biter. Srikanth initially led but saw Gunawan fight back to equalize at key moments. The match reached a tense 19-19 before Gunawan secured the victory with a decisive smash.<\/p>\n
After the match, Srikanth reflected, \u201cIt was a good event for me overall. It was close, and a few points made the difference. Jason played really well.\u201d He acknowledged the challenges of returning from injuries and emphasized the support he received from his coaches.<\/p>\n
### Treesa and Gayatri Shine Bright<\/p>\n
Earlier in the day, Treesa and Gayatri showcased their skills and teamwork. They rallied back after losing the first game, showing remarkable growth since Gayatri\u2019s return from a shoulder injury.<\/p>\n
Their match began with an intense rally, setting the tone for the competition. The Japanese pair took an early lead, but Treesa\u2019s powerful smashes helped bring India back. Despite losing the first game, the duo quickly adapted and dominated in the second.<\/p>\n
In the deciding game, they took control early on and held their composure despite brief lapses. Their strong communication and smart plays led them to victory, with Treesa\u2019s net skills and Gayatri\u2019s aggressive shots sealing the match.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe prepared for a long match,\u201d Gayatri commented. \u201cAfter the first set, we changed our strategy, and it paid off.\u201d Returning from injury, she felt this win was a crucial boost for the upcoming season. Treesa added, \u201cOur cooperation has improved, and it showed in our game today.\u201d<\/p>\n
Overall, it was a day of highs and lows for Indian badminton, with hope for the future shining through the achievements of Treesa and Gayatri.
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