Spain Masters 2024: Sindhu, Sumeeth-Sikki pair reach round of 16; Srikanth, Manjunath knocked out

Title: Spain Masters 2024: Sindhu, Sumeeth-Sikki pair reach round of 16; Srikanth, Manjunath knocked out

In the ongoing Spain Masters 2024 badminton tournament, Indian shuttlers put up a mixed performance in the opening rounds. Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu had a successful start to her campaign as she advanced to the round of 16 with a convincing victory.

Sindhu faced off against World No. 49 Wen Yu Zhang of Canada in the first round and emerged victorious with a comfortable 21-16, 21-12 win in just half an hour. Her impressive display on the court showcased her prowess and determination to succeed in the tournament.

On the other hand, it was disappointment for Kidambi Srikanth and Lakshya Sen as they were knocked out in the early stages of the competition. Srikanth faced a tough challenge in the first round and was unable to advance further. Similarly, young talent Kanishka Manjunath also suffered an early exit from the tournament.

However, the mixed doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Ashwini Ponnappa continued their impressive run as they reached the round of 16. The duo of Pranaav Jerry Chopra and N Sikki Reddy also put up a strong performance to secure their spot in the next round.

The India contingent will be looking to build on their early successes and make a mark in the Spain Masters 2024 tournament. With top players like PV Sindhu and the doubles pairs in contention, Indian badminton fans have a lot to look forward to in the coming rounds.

Stay tuned for more updates and action from the Spain Masters 2024 as the competition heats up and the stakes get higher. Let’s cheer on our Indian shuttlers as they aim for glory on the international stage!

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