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The Chandigarh State Selection Trials, a key leg in the Road to IPA Nationals 2025, wrapped up on Sunday at Club Cherry in Chandigarh, delivering high-octane action, nail-biting finishes, and top-class pickleball performances across multiple age and doubles categories. Organised by the Chandigarh Pickleball Association, the tournament, started on October 25, showcased both emerging talent and seasoned campaigners vying for a coveted spot at the IPA Nationals, scheduled in Bengaluru from 13 to 16 November. The Men’s Doubles final saw Yuvraj and Amit Gulati assert their dominance, defeating Ashley and Yuvraj 15-8. The winners impressed with their cohesive teamwork, sharp anticipation, and relentless court coverage, leaving no room for a comeback from their opponents. U16 Boys Doubles: Ashish-Inder Veer edge past Angad-Gurgeet In the U16 Boys Doubles final, Ashish Kumar and Inder Veer produced a display of composure and synergy to edge past Angad and Gurgeet Singh 11-10 in a match that kept spectators on the edge of their seats. The tight scoreline reflected the evenly matched skills and strategic play, setting the tone for an exhilarating finals day. Mixed Doubles: Nehal-Ashley claim victory The Mixed Doubles final witnessed Nehal and Ashley combining tactical nous with aggressive court coverage to defeat Aadi and Pranav 11-7. Their well-timed attacks and quick reflexes proved decisive in a match that highlighted the growing depth of mixed doubles talent in the region. 50+ Men’s Doubles: Ritesh Arya-Shyam triumph In the 50+ Men’s Doubles category, experience and coordination made the difference as Ritesh Arya and Shyam overcame Prakash and Sanjeev 15-9. Their victory underlined the enduring competitiveness of veteran players and demonstrated that age is no barrier to high-level pickleball performance. 30+ Men’s Doubles: Arpit-Simar hold their nerve Arpit and Simar emerged victorious in the 30+ Men’s Doubles final, edging past Gurpreet Gabru and Harminder 11-9 in a closely contested battle. The pair displayed calm under pressure and precise shot-making at crucial moments, reflecting the rising standard of the 30+ division. 40+ Men’s Doubles: Shyam Jagat-Ramprakash Yadav dominate In another age-category final, Shyam Jagat and Ramprakash Yadav secured the 40+ Men’s Doubles title with a convincing 15-9 win over Pardeep Singh and Kamaldeep. Their combination of tactical intelligence and aggressive play allowed them to control rallies and maintain a steady lead throughout the match. Road to IPA Nationals 2025 With the Chandigarh State Selection Trials concluded, the victorious players now advance to the IPA Nationals 2025 in Bengaluru along with the other medallists, where they will face the best talents from across India. The tournament not only provided a platform for state-level excellence but also served as a critical testing ground for players looking to make their mark on the national stage. As spectators and participants alike celebrate the thrilling performances, the Chandigarh Pickleball Association can take pride in having delivered an event that combined skill, strategy, and sheer sporting spirit — a true precursor to the intensity expected at the IPA Nationals later this year. Chandigarh State Selection Trials results: U16 Boys Doubles Final: Ashish Kumar-Inder Veer beat Angad-Gurgeet Singh Mixed Doubles Final: Nehal-Ashley beat Aadi-Pranav 50+ Men's Doubles Final: Ritesh Arya-Shyam beat Prakash-Sanjeev 30+ Men's Doubles Final: Arpit-Simar beat Gurpreet Gabru-Harminder 40+ Men's Doubles Final: Shyam Jagat-Ramprakash yadav beat Pardeep Singh-Kamaldeep Men's Doubles Final: Yuvraj-Amit Gulati beat Ashley-Yuvraj Men's 30+ Singles Winner: Amit Gulati U14 Men's Singles Final: Angwad Singh beat Gurgeet Singh (Kiryansh Chaudhary – Third place) U14 Women's Singles Final: Isreen Kaur beat Yasmeen Kaur (Naunidh Kaur – Third place) U16 Women's Singles Final: Samreet Kaur beat Bisman Kaur Open Men's Singles: Yuvraaj Bharadwaj beat Pranav Kumar (Mayank Bansal – Third place) With inputs from Nitin Sharma
