(MENAFN- AsiaNet News) Manika Batra's impressive run at the World Table Tennis (WTT) Saudi Smash concluded as she was knocked out in the quarterfinals by Japan's Hina Hayata, ranked World No. 5. Despite a valiant effort, Batra fell to Hayata in a 4-1 defeat (7-11, 11-6, 11-4, 13-11, 11-2) in a match lasting 39 minutes, ending her journey in the tournament.
Earlier in the event, the Indian paddler showcased her skill by defeating Andreea Dragoman of Spain in the first round with a score of 3-0 (11-6, 13-11, 11-8). Batra's standout performance came in the round of 32, where she overcame top Chinese player and Olympic medallist Wang Manyu in a thrilling encounter, winning 6-11, 11-5, 11-7, 12-10 in 38 minutes. Despite the loss, Batra's achievements are expected to elevate her status as the top-ranked Indian female in the ITTF World Rankings following her successful campaign in Jeddah.
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