Aaryan wins double crown

Pranav Gaikwad being much younger than Aaryan played well in the finals but made some unforced errors even though the rallies were long. Aaryan beat Pranav 6-2,6-2 in the singles finals and paired with Jeevith S to take the doubles title by beating Uday Yashasavi and Rishik K 6-0,6-3.

In the prize distribution function vice president Ashok Bhiwapurkar, secretary and tournament director Dr. Sudhir Bhiwapurkar and joint secretary Vikram Naidu gave away the prizes. The guest of honour was former Divisional Commissioner Jabalpur Sri Samman Shekhar. Dr Bhiwapurkar appreciated the hard work put in by players and the support provided by the parents and was happy to see a local boy being runner up in the tournament. AITA referee Siva Kumar praised the organisers NDHTA for providing an efficient team that conducted the tournament in a professional manner. Vijay Naidu anchored the function and offered a vote of thanks by recognising AITA, MSLTA, NDHTA members, players and parents.