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Joshna-Velavan Duo Secures Medal in Asian Games Squash Mixed Doubles
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News18•25-09-2026, 08:00
Joshna-Velavan Duo Secures Medal in Asian Games Squash Mixed Doubles
- •Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar advanced to the semifinals of the mixed doubles squash event at the Asian Games, assuring themselves of a medal.
- •The Indian pair defeated David Pelino and Jemyca Aribado of the Philippines with a dominant 11-3, 11-5 victory in the quarterfinal.
- •The match concluded in less than half an hour, showcasing the Indian duo's strong performance.
- •They are set to face Hong Kong’s Yo Ka Lee and Ming Hong Tang in the semifinals.
- •This medal marks Joshna Chinappa's sixth Asian Games medal, adding to her previous two silver and three bronze medals.
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Joshna Chinappa and Velavan Senthilkumar secured their spot in the semifinals by defeating David Pelino and Jemyca Aribado of the Philippines with a dominant 11-3, 11-5 scoreline.
The Indian mixed doubles pair is set to face Hong Kong's Yo Ka Lee and Ming Hong Tang in the upcoming semifinals on Saturday.
This milestone marks the sixth Asian Games medal for the 40-year-old Joshna Chinappa, who previously accumulated a haul of two silver and three bronze medals at the continental event.
