G. Sathiyan’s Historic Win at WTT Feeder Series Beirut 2024

Event: WTT Feeder Series Beirut 2024
Date: Thursday, March 22, 2024
Achievement: G. Sathiyan becomes the first-ever Indian to win a men’s singles title at a WTT Feeder Series event.

Overview:

• Player: G. Sathiyan
• Opponent: Manav Thakkar
• Score: 3-1 (6-11, 11-7, 11-7, 11-4)

Path to Victory:

• Seeding: Sathiyan was seeded No. 11.
• Notable Wins: He defeated Harmeet Desai (No. 5 seed) and Chuang Chih-Yuan (top seed) en route to the final.

Final Match Highlights:

• Score: Sathiyan lost the first game 6-11 but made a strong comeback, winning the next three games 11-7, 11-7, 11-4.
• Performance: Despite an early setback, Sathiyan showed exceptional form and determination to secure the victory.

Significance:

• Historic Milestone: Sathiyan’s win marks the first time an Indian has won a men’s singles title at a WTT Feeder Series event.
• Career Highlight: This victory adds to Sathiyan’s list of achievements and marks a significant milestone in his career.
• First Singles Title since 2021: This win is Sathiyan’s first singles title at an international ranking event since the ITTF Czech International Open 2021.

Other Results:

• Women’s Singles: Xia Lian Ni won her second WTT Feeder title in women’s singles.
• Men’s Doubles: Manav Thakkar and Manush Utpalbhai Shah secured the second position in men’s doubles.
• Mixed Doubles: Diya Chitale and Manush Shah defeated Manav Thakkar and Archana Kamath to win the mixed doubles title.

Conclusion:

• Exceptional Achievement: Sathiyan’s victory is a testament to his skill, determination, and perseverance.
• Proud Moment for India: His win has brought pride to the nation and is a significant moment in Indian table tennis history.