Priyanna Ramdhani Approaches Finals at Suriname International…

Priyanna Ramdhani is one step away from the finals in three categories at the Suriname International Badminton Tournament 2024. She has reached the semi-finals in Women’s Singles, Mixed Doubles with Akili Haynes, and Women’s Doubles with Chequeda De Boulet. Meanwhile, her teammates faced challenges, with Akili Haynes making progress in Men’s Singles but overall, the Men’s divisions saw first-time competitors struggle in their initial matches.

Priyanna Ramdhani, Guyana’s premier female badminton athlete, is on the verge of reaching the finals in three disparate categories at the Suriname International Badminton Tournament 2024, currently taking place at the Ring Sports Centre. In a commendable performance, Ramdhani advanced to the semi-finals of Women’s Singles, Mixed Doubles with partner Akili Haynes, and Women’s Doubles alongside Trinidad’s Chequeda De Boulet. She notably triumphed over Amara Urquhart of Trinidad in the Women’s Singles with a decisive score of 21-9, 21-14. Meanwhile, Akili Haynes showcased his skills in the Men’s Singles by defeating Suriname’s Al-Hassan Somedjo, thus progressing to the Round-of-16, where he was ultimately bested by Peru’s Adrian Viale. New entrants from Guyana, including Nkosi Beaton, Frank Waddell, and Jonathan Debidin, encountered challenges in their respective Men’s Singles matches, failing to advance beyond the qualifying rounds during their senior tournament debut. In Men’s Doubles, Haynes and Beaton faced a formidable challenge against the second-seeded Surinamese duo, Diego Dos Ramos and Al-Hassan Somedjo, succumbing to a score of 21-16, 21-13. Waddell and Debidin also experienced defeat at the hands of Daniel and Terrence Li, concluding their matches with scores of 21-12, 21-17.

The Suriname International Badminton Tournament serves as a significant event for players in the region, providing a platform for athletes to showcase their skills and gain competitive experience. Guyana’s badminton players, particularly, view this tournament as an opportunity to compete at a higher level and enhance their international presence. The accomplishments of athletes like Priyanna Ramdhani not only reflect individual talent but also contribute to elevating the sport’s profile within Guyana.

In summary, Priyanna Ramdhani’s remarkable performances have positioned her favorably within the Suriname International Badminton Tournament, reflecting her prowess as a leading female player. Despite challenges faced by her teammates in the Men’s categories, Ramdhani’s advancement to three semi-finals highlights both her talent and the potential for Guyana to excel in badminton on an international stage. As the tournament progresses, her journey will be closely watched for further achievements.

Original Source: newsroom.gy