voslot Vietnam Open 2024: Indian Pair Dhruv Kapila-Tanisha Crasto Withdraw From Semifinals Due To Health Concerns

Indian badminton pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto.Photo: X | BAI MediaIndian badminton pair of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto.Photo: X | BAI Media

The Indian badminton duo of Dhruv Kapila and Tanisha Crasto's promising run at the Vietnam Open Super 100 tournament came to an unexpected halt after the former's battle with illness forced the pair to withdraw from their semifinal match on Saturday. (More Badminton News)

Seeded sixth, Kapila and Crasto were scheduled to face the Indonesian pair of Adnan Maulana and Indah Cahya Sari Jamil in the crucial semifinal clash.

However, Kapila's health issues, including persistent fever and back cramps, made it impossible for him to turn up for the match.

"I have not been well since day one of the tournament," Kapila told PTI.

"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."

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With the withdrawal, India's campaign at the tournament ends.

Kapila and Crasto are now setting their sights on upcoming challengesvoslot, with plans to compete in two Challenger events -- Bendigo International (October 9-13) and Sydney International (October 16-20).

• open
• 2024
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• Vietnam