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The rising stars from PSPB Table Tennis Academy put on a commanding display at the 2nd Pink City Open Table Tennis Tournament, held on July 19–20, securing a rich haul of five golds, one silver, and one bronze across four competitive age categories.
In the Under-13 Boys category, Dhrityaman Pandey clinched the gold medal, showcasing remarkable skill and composure beyond his age.
The Under-15 category witnessed a double podium finish for PSPB:
In the Under-17 Boys, it was an all-PSPB final as Rushikesh Jagtap took home the gold medal and Roland Sarkar claimed silver, confirming the Academy’s dominance in this age group.
Not to be outdone, Ronald Sarkar topped the podium in the Under-19 Boys category, adding yet another gold to PSPB’s tally.
Shri Sandeep Sarkaria, Joint Secretary of PSPB, graced the closing ceremony as the Guest of Honour, presenting trophies to the winners and celebrating the outstanding performances of the young talents.
The tournament was a clear reflection of PSPB Academy’s consistent training, discipline, and technical superiority. With every player delivering their best, the Academy made a strong statement of its growing stature in Indian youth table tennis.