Lucknow-Bengal Bridge Pair Secures Victory at Prestigious All-India Tournament in Kanpur
The prestigious All-India Sir Padampat Singhania Memorial Invitational Pair Bridge Tournament concluded with great excitement at the Cawnpore Club in Kanpur on Sunday. The event saw the Lucknow-Bengal duo of AK Sinha and Kingshuk Bhattacharya emerge as the undisputed champions, showcasing exceptional skill and strategy throughout the competition.
Dominant Performance Leads to Championship Win
Sinha and Bhattacharya dominated all three days of the intense tournament, finishing with an impressive total of 294.06 Victory Points (VPs). Their consistent and masterful play earned them the top spot, along with the winner's cheque of Rs 1 lakh. This victory highlights their prowess in the competitive world of bridge, a game that demands precision and teamwork.
Runners-Up and Notable Performances
In a closely contested battle, the West Bengal pair of Prosenjit Manna and Prasun Kumar Mukhopadhyay secured second place with 286.92 VPs. They were awarded the Dr Gaur Hari Singhania Memorial trophy and a cash prize of Rs 75,000. Meanwhile, Gopinath Manna, who had previously won this championship three times consecutively from 2022 to 2024 with different partners, could not replicate his past success and finished in 12th place this year.
Award Ceremony and Dignitaries
The prize distribution ceremony was graced by Air Commodore PK Narendra, AOC, AFSK, who presented the awards and trophies to the winners. The event also saw the presence of several notable figures, including:
- Anil Kumar Agarwal, Chairman of the Kailashpat Singhania Sports Foundation
- Prasad Keni, President of the Bridge Federation of India
- VK Sharma, Tournament Director
- Jitendra Awasthi, Organising Secretary
Their involvement underscored the significance of this tournament in promoting bridge as a sport and fostering competitive spirit among players from across India.
Conclusion
The All-India Sir Padampat Singhania Memorial Invitational Pair Bridge Tournament continues to be a premier event in the bridge community, attracting top talent and providing a platform for excellence. This year's champions, AK Sinha and Kingshuk Bhattacharya, have set a high standard with their victory, inspiring future participants to strive for similar achievements in the world of competitive bridge.
