Ashoka, Shiv Nadar to lock horns in Tennis finals

By Vanisha Rajesh Singh

The second day of Sportikon, Bennett University's sports fest, witnessed some exhilarating tennis action as the semi-finals unfolded. The first match was between Ashoka University and Shiv Nadar University’s team 1, while the second match saw Bennett University facing off against Shiv Nadar University’s team 2.

In the first match, Ashoka displayed their prowess in both the singles and doubles events against SNU 1. In the singles match, Sarthak Gandhi of Ashoka University emerged as the winner with a dominant score of 6-1. After the match, with a satisfied smile on his face, Gandhi said, "I am delighted to have won this match. It was a tough contest, but I am pleased with my performance today."

In the doubles match, Ashoka University continued their dominance, securing a win with a score of 6-0. Although SNU 1 made attempts to stage a comeback, Ashoka’s impressive performance ensured their place in the finals.
In the second match, Bennett took on SNU 2. In the singles match, SNU's Arryan Navuduri displayed an outstanding performance, winning 6-0. Navuduri's strong showing put his team in a commanding position.

The most highly anticipated match of the evening was the doubles match between Bennett University's tennis captain Abhimanyu Parikh and student council president Arnav Batra, and the formidable team of SNU 2. With great energy and pace, Parikh and Batra scored some impressive shots, but SNU 2 matched them every step of the way, eventually tying the match 7-6.

In the tense tie-breaker, both teams fought tooth and nail, but SNU 2 held their nerves and emerged victorious with a score of 7-4, securing their place in the finals. Despite the loss, Parikh and Batra showcased some exceptional skills and sportsmanship on the court.

Following the matches, the COO of Bennett University, Dr. Sudhanshu Varma, was present as a spectator, and he remarked, "Sports is all about passion, and discipline is crucial for success in any sport. I am proud of all the players who participated today and displayed their love for tennis."

The finals are scheduled to take place tomorrow, where Ashoka University will take on Shiv Nadar 2. Tennis enthusiasts are eagerly anticipating a high-octane match to determine the ultimate winner.
(The writer is a Semester II student of BA (Journalism and Mass Communication) programme.)