Rising Badminton Star Sanskar Saraswat Conquers Senior Doubles Title
Eighteen-year-old sanskar Saraswat from Rajasthan etched his name in badminton history by securing the senior national doubles title at the Senior national badminton Championship in Bengaluru. Partnering with Uttar PradeshS Arsh Mohammad,Saraswat triumphed over Naveen P and Lokesh V in a thrilling three-set match,with scores of 21-12,12-21,21-19.
This victory marks a notable milestone in Saraswat’s burgeoning career. He had previously tasted success in the junior singles category and had already demonstrated his prowess in doubles, finishing as runner-up in the U-19 event at the prestigious 31st Smit Krishna Khaitan Memorial Badminton Tournament in Panchkula just a few months prior.
Saraswat’s ambition to excel in both singles and doubles is reminiscent of badminton legend Lee Chong Wei, a player he deeply admires. Inspired by his father, Raj Saraswat, a former national-level player himself, sanskar draws parallels between Chong Wei’s focus on a single format and his own desire to master both disciplines.
“my father always emphasized Chong Wei’s dedication to a single format and his remarkable achievements,” Saraswat shared earlier this year. “While I’m still young and enjoy the challenges of both singles and doubles, my ultimate goal is to win titles in both categories.”
Saraswat’s journey began at the Drona Sports Academy, founded by his father. His talent quickly blossomed, leading him to national doubles titles in the U13 and U15 categories. His partnership with Arsh Mohammad has proven particularly fruitful, culminating in their recent senior national doubles triumph.
Beyond doubles, Saraswat has consistently performed well in singles, reaching finals and semi-finals in All India Ranking Tournaments and securing the U19 BAI national ranking top spot after his panchkula singles victory.
Currently training at the National Center of Excellence in Guwahati under the guidance of Malaysian coach Sankar Annamalai, Saraswat is honing his skills and fitness. His dedication to both singles and doubles is evident in his training regimen, which emphasizes attacking drives, smashes, and overall court coverage.
“Coach Sankar’s focus on fitness and aggressive play in singles directly benefits my doubles game,” Saraswat explained. “The fast-paced nature of doubles demands similar skills, and my singles training provides a solid foundation.”
With one more year in the junior category, Saraswat faces a crucial decision: to specialize in singles or doubles. His remarkable achievements in both disciplines suggest a bright future regardless of his choice.
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