India’s mixed doubles pair, Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila, have continued their strong performance at the Vietnam Open, securing a spot in the semifinals after a dramatic victory over their fellow Indians. Seeded sixth, Crasto and Kapila faced a tough challenge in the quarterfinals against the top-seeded duo of Sathish Kumar Karunakaran and Aadya Variyath.
The match was a nail-biter, with Karunakaran and Variyath dominating the first game, winning 21-14. However, Crasto and Kapila displayed their resilience and fought back in the second game, taking a commanding lead at the mid-game interval and ultimately winning 21-10. The third game saw a similar back-and-forth battle, with Crasto and Kapila ultimately emerging victorious 21-14 after a grueling 44-minute encounter.
While Crasto and Kapila celebrated their hard-earned victory, there was disappointment for another Indian player in the men’s singles. Tharun Mannepalli faced a tough opponent in Japan’s Shogo Ogawa in the quarterfinals, ultimately falling 13-21, 13-21.
Crasto and Kapila’s journey to the semifinals is a testament to their determination and ability to overcome challenges. They will be looking to continue their strong performance in the next round of the Vietnam Open.
