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Sujeet Kalkal's Winning Streak Ends with Heartbreaking Defeat
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What Happened?
Indian wrestler Sujeet Kalkal's impressive 24-match winning streak ended in the quarterfinals of the World Championships, losing to Tajikistan's Abdulmazhid Kudiev. This defeat also halted India's hopes for a second world champion.
Key points
- Sujeet Kalkal lost 3-3 on criteria to Abdulmazhid Kudiev in the men's 65kg quarterfinals.
- He had previously won seven titles, including the U23 World Championships and the Asian Games.
- Sujeet's last defeat before this was in the repechage round of the World Championships in Zagreb last year.
- He had beaten Kudiev in the Asian Games final after trailing 2-9.
- Tanu Sharma advanced to the bronze medal bout in the women's 72kg category.
- Manisha Bhanwala reached the semifinals in the women's 59kg category.
Key insights
- Sujeet's loss highlights the challenges faced by Indian wrestlers on the world stage.
- The defeat may affect the morale of the Indian wrestling team as they aim for future championships.
- Sujeet's impressive record over the past year raises expectations for his future performances.
Why it matters
This defeat marks a significant setback for Indian wrestling, as Sujeet was a strong contender for a World Championship medal.
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Sujeet Kalkal· PersonAbdulmazhid Kudiev· PersonIndia· CountryTajikistan· CountryAsian Games· EventU23 World Championships· EventAsian Championships· Event
Source
Times of India
