The Indian table tennis team is gearing up for the 2024 Paris Olympics, which begin on Friday, July 26. The draws for the group stages have been announced, and Indian players are set to face a tough competition.
This article provides a detailed look at the schedule, matches, and draws for India's men's and women's TT stars at the upcoming summer games.
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The schedule and timings for the group stages of Olympic table tennis has not been confirmed yet. For now, let's take a look at the groups that Indian players have been drawn into.
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Draw for Indian Table Tennis Players
Women's Singles: Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula
The 2018 Commonwealth Games gold medalist Manika Batra will compete against 18-year-old Anna Hursey from Great Britain in women’s singles Round of 64 at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
On the other hand, India's number one ranked table tennis player, Sreeja Akula will play against Christina Kallberg of Sweden.
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Men’s Singles: Sharath Kamal and Harmeet Desai
In the men’s singles, veteran 42-year-old Sharath Kamal will take on Deni Kozul of Slovenia, in the Round of 64 match.
Harmeet Desai, who will be making his debut appearance at the Olympics is set to face off against Jordan's Zaid Abo Yaman, in a preliminary round match, which will be played on July 27.
Women’s Team event: Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula, and Archana Kamath
In the women’s team event, Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula, will be joined by 24-year-old Archana Kamath, who had won a gold medal at the 2023 National games in Women's singles.
The Indian women's table tennis team will play against China featuring Sun Yingsha, Chen Meng, Wang Manyu, in the Round of 16 clash, starting on August 5.
Men’s Team event: Sharath Kamal, Harmeet Desai and Manav Thakkar
Fans and athletes alike are eagerly awaiting the start of the tournament and hoping for impressive performances and memorable moments from the Indian table tennis squad.