Manav Thakkar and Yashaswini Ghorpade Triumph at 87th National Table Tennis Championships
The 87th National Table Tennis Championships concluded in Indore on Saturday, March 22, 2026, with Manav Thakkar and Yashaswini Ghorpade emerging as the new national champions in the men's and women's singles categories, respectively. Both players clinched their maiden national titles in a tournament that showcased a blend of emerging talent and established names on the domestic circuit.
Manav Thakkar's Commanding Victory in Men's Singles Final
Top seed Manav Thakkar delivered a dominant performance in the men's singles final, defeating Jeet Chandra with a score of 4-1. The match unfolded with Thakkar racing through the first two games, winning 11-2 and 11-4, demonstrating his superior skill and control. Jeet Chandra managed a brief comeback in the third game, securing it 11-6, but Thakkar quickly regained his momentum. He closed out the match convincingly, taking the fourth and fifth games 11-9 and 11-3, respectively, to secure his first national title.
Yashaswini Ghorpade's Thrilling Win in Women's Singles Final
In the women's singles final, eighth seed Yashaswini Ghorpade claimed her first national crown after a nail-biting seven-game contest against third seed Syndrela Das. Ghorpade won the match 4-3, with scores of 11-6, 12-14, 11-5, 9-11, 13-11, 6-11, and 11-8. The match was a rollercoaster of momentum shifts, with both players exchanging leads throughout. Ghorpade held her nerve in the decisive seventh game, showcasing resilience and tactical prowess to emerge victorious.
Doubles and Mixed Doubles Champions Crowned
The championships also featured exciting doubles and mixed doubles events. In mixed doubles, Ankur Bhattacharjee and Suhana Saini secured the title with a hard-fought 3-2 victory over Aniket Bose and Sampriti Roy in the final. Jeet Chandra bounced back from his singles final defeat to partner with Anirban Ghosh, winning the men's doubles title. They overcame Ronit Bhanja and Preyesh Raj Suresh 3-2 in a closely contested match.
In women's doubles, Olympian Sutirtha Mukherjee and Kausani Nath claimed the crown by defeating Avisha Karmakar and Nandini Saha 3-1 in the final. Additionally, Divyanshi Bhowmick was honored with the D Vishwa Trophy for her impressive run to the quarter-finals, highlighting her potential in the sport.
Complete Winners List from the 2026 Championships
- Men's Singles: Manav Thakkar
- Women's Singles: Yashaswini Ghorpade
- Men's Doubles: Jeet Chandra and Anirban Ghosh
- Women's Doubles: Sutirtha Mukherjee and Kausani Nath
- Mixed Doubles: Ankur Bhattacharjee and Suhana Saini
The tournament, held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, marked another successful edition of the National Table Tennis Championships, reinforcing its role as a premier platform for table tennis talent in India. With thrilling matches and new champions crowned, the event has set the stage for future competitions and the continued growth of the sport domestically.
