"Manika Batra, you created history, which inspires" - Wishes pour in for the Indian paddler as she advances to the Round of 16 at Paris 2024 Olympics
Indian table tennis ace Manika Batra continued her winning streak in the Paris 2024 Olympics after a dominant win against France’s Prithika Pavade in the women’s singles event.
As the 29-year-old Indian paddler progressed to the Round of 16, fans took to social media to congratulate the two-time Commonwealth Games gold medalist for her assured performances in Paris.
“Manika Batra, you created history, which inspires. first ever individual player from Indian TT history to reach in round of 16. What a performance,” one fan wrote on the social media platform X.
“Winning is one thing, winning in style & making a statement. The confidence this performance & win gives will her!! One game at a time,” another fan wrote.
“MANIKA BATRA YOU BEAUTY,” one fan declared.
Wishes poured in from hundreds of Indian fans, one of whom wrote:
“Unreal stuff. This is what dominance looks like💪 way to go, @manikabatra_TT didi.”
“Yes !! Hats off to Manika Batra for her stellar performance and win!” wrote another fan.
“From being a lone warrior in Tokyo where her coach wasn't allowed to travel. The instant preparations for Paris the ultimate goal, that wonderful Campaign in Tokyo and now here God please get her on Podium what a story what dedication,” one fan posted.
Manika Batra declares Paris 2024 Olympics medal intent with a dominant win against Prithika Pavade
Batra showed her intent to secure a podium finish at the Paris 2024 Olympics after she completely dominated the match against French paddler Prithika Pavade.
19-year-old Pavade, ranked 18th in the world, was completely outmatched by Batra in terms of skills and pace on the night. With a series of long rallies, Batra silenced the otherwise energetic French crowd at the South Paris Arena.
After a tense start, Batra came into the match and did not let the lead slip at any point. She finally won the match 11-9 11-6 11-9 11-7 and became the first Indian table tennis player to advance to the Round of 16 in the singles event at an Olympic Games.
Batra will face the winner of the match between Hong Kong's Zhu Chengzu and Japan's Miu Hirano in the Round of 16 match.