Priyanna Ramdhani has reached the semi-finals in three categories at the Suriname International Badminton tournament 2024, highlighting her prowess as Guyana’s top female player. She won decisively in Women’s Singles and partnered with Akili Haynes in Mixed Doubles and Chequeda De Boulet in Women’s Doubles. Other players faced early exits in their matches, indicating a mix of progress and challenges for the team.
Priyanna Ramdhani, Guyana’s top female badminton player, is on the verge of reaching the finals in three categories at the Suriname International Badminton tournament 2024. The tournament is being held at the Ring Sports Centre, where Ramdhani, in collaboration with partner Akili Haynes in Mixed Doubles, is representing Guyana with exceptional skill. Ramdhani has successfully advanced to the semi-finals in Women’s Singles, Mixed Doubles with Haynes, and Women’s Doubles with Chequeda De Boulet from Trinidad, showcasing her prowess on the court. She achieved a significant victory in the Women’s Singles, efficiently overcoming Trinidad’s Amara Urquhart with scores of 21-9 and 21-14. In addition to Ramdhani’s achievements, Akili Haynes has also demonstrated notable performance in the Men’s Singles, where he triumphed over Suriname’s Al-Hassan Somedjo with scores of 21-19 and 21-15. However, he was eliminated in the Round-of-16 by Peru’s Adrian Viale. In their respective debuts in senior tournaments abroad, Guyana’s Nkosi Beaton, Frank Waddell, and Joanathan Debidin were unable to progress beyond the qualifying rounds in Men’s Singles events. In the Men’s Doubles category, Haynes and Beaton faced a formidable challenge, losing to the second-seeded Suriname pair Diego Dos Ramos and Al-Hassan Somedjo, with a score of 21-16 and 21-13. Waddell and Debidin were also defeated by Daniel and Terrence Li with scores of 21-12 and 21-17.
The Suriname International Badminton tournament is a significant event in the badminton calendar, attracting athletes from various nations to compete across multiple categories. Guyana has sent a delegation of athletes to represent the country, highlighting the growing interest and investment in badminton as a competitive sport in the region. Ramdhani’s participations and victories not only reflect her individual skill but also showcase the potential of Guyanese badminton on an international platform, as the team strives to make a mark at this regional event.
In conclusion, Priyanna Ramdhani’s remarkable performances at the Suriname International Badminton tournament 2024 underline her status as a leading athlete in Guyana’s badminton arena. With advancements to the semi-finals in three categories, she exemplifies dedication and skill, promising an exciting potential for success in the upcoming matches. Moreover, while other teammates faced challenges in their matches, their participation signals a positive step toward increased engagement with badminton on an international stage.
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