India’s dynamic mixed doubles duo, Diya Chitale and Manush Shah, put up a stellar show at the WTT Star Contender 2025 in Foz do Iguaçu, Brazil, finishing as runners-up after a thrilling final clash!
🔥 The Indian pair stormed into the final with dominant performances, including a stunning 3-0 semifinal victory over Chile’s Nicolás Burgos and Paulina Vega. However, in the summit clash, they went down fighting against Japan’s Honoka Hashimoto and Satoshi Aida in a nail-biting five-game battle:2–3 (4-11, 11-8, 11-5, 5-11, 2-11).
💡 This marks their second final of the season—having already lifted the trophy earlier this year at the WTT Contender in Tunis. Their chemistry, shot-making, and aggressive style continue to impress fans and experts alike.
🎯 Not just that, Manush Shah, alongside Manav Thakkar, also reached the men’s doubles final in Brazil, finishing as runners-up after another close 2-3 finish. A massive achievement for Indian table tennis on the world stage!—
🇮🇳 A Proud Moment for Indian Table Tennis!🟢 Diya Chitale & Manush Shah – Mixed Doubles Runners-Up🟢 Manush Shah & Manav Thakkar – Men’s Doubles Runners-Up
📍 Both finals went down to the wire, proving India’s growing dominance in global table tennis.
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