Veteran Indian cue sports star Pankaj Advani has achieved another remarkable feat, winning his 36th national title and 10th men's snooker title with a stellar performance at Indore's Yashwant Club. Advani overcame an initial setback in the final match to defeat Brijesh Damani.
Sports News: Pankaj Advani, India's veteran and star cue sports player, added another brilliant achievement to his illustrious career. He showcased a commanding performance at Indore's Yashwant Club, securing his 36th national title and 10th men's snooker title. In the final, Pankaj overcame early setbacks to defeat Brijesh Damani.
Damani established an early lead and played consistently throughout the match, but Advani, displaying his skill and experience, ultimately secured victory. Significantly, this tournament serves as the sole selection event for the Asian and World Championships. With this win, Pankaj Advani once again reaffirmed his top position in Indian cue sports.
Advani Avenges Earlier Defeat to Damani
In the final match, Pankaj Advani produced an impressive 84 break in the final frame, securing not only the match but also the championship. Following his victory, Advani expressed his delight, emphasizing the tournament's importance as the selection criterion for Indian representatives at the Asian and World Championships. He acknowledged the high stakes involved in this competition.
Advani's opponent in the final, Brijesh Damani, displayed excellent gameplay. Notably, Damani had defeated Advani in the group stage, where Advani managed to win only one frame. However, Damani couldn't maintain his momentum in the final, allowing Advani to leverage his experience and claim the title.
Advani's Post-Final Victory Remarks
Advani stated, "This win is special for me. When I was on the verge of elimination during the 48th match, I realized this was a crucial turning point. This title has given me the opportunity to represent India in both billiards and snooker. I am incredibly happy and motivated to perform even better in the future."
