Dhruv Kapila's health setback shatters Indian pair's Vietnam Open semifinal hopes

TOI Sports Desk / TIMESOFINDIA.COM / Sep 14, 2024, 13:10 IST

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Indian badminton players Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto had to withdraw from the Vietnam Open Super 100 semifinal due to Kapila's health concerns. Despite his efforts, his condition deteriorated, leading them to concede the match against Indonesia’s Adnan Maulana and Indah Cahya Sari Jamil. They are preparing for upcoming Challenger events in Bendigo and Sydney.

Dhruv Kapila's health setback shatters Indian pair's Vietnam Open semifinal hopes

Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto (X Photo)

NEW DELHI: The Indian badminton pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto's impressive journey at the Vietnam Open Super 100 tournament was cut short due to Kapila's ongoing health concerns, leading to their withdrawal from the semifinal match on Saturday.
In an interview with PTI, Kapila stated, "I have not been well since day one of the tournament."
He further explained, "Despite pushing myself, the situation worsened after yesterday's match.The fever wasn't subsiding, and I was experiencing severe back cramps. After consulting with the doctor, we decided it was best to concede the match."

As a result of their withdrawal, India's participation in the tournament has concluded.
The sixth-seeded duo was set to compete against the Indonesian team of Adnan Maulana and Indah Cahya Sari Jamil in the crucial semi final encounter.
Kapila and Crasto are gearing up for upcoming competitions. They plan to compete in two Challenger events. The Bendigo International will take place from October 9-13. The Sydney International is scheduled for October 16-20.

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