- Grade III prodigy storms to the Under-9 Girls title at the First Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament with a display of exceptional talent and determination
- Young champion’s triumph reflects disciplined training, unwavering perseverance and the growing strength of grassroots table tennis in Gujarat
- DPS Bopal celebrates a rising sporting star whose inspiring success promises an exciting future on the national table tennis stage
NE SPORTS BUREAU
AHMEDABAD, JUNE 30
A new sporting sensation has emerged from Ahmedabad, as Anayra Maniyar, a Grade III student of Delhi Public School (DPS) Bopal, captured the Under-9 Girls title at the First Gujarat State Ranking Table Tennis Tournament, underlining the immense potential of the state’s young sporting talent.
Held at the Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Ahmedabad, from June 12 to 15, 2026, the prestigious state championship witnessed some of Gujarat’s brightest young paddlers competing for top honours.
Displaying remarkable composure beyond her years, Anayra combined speed, precision and fighting spirit to dominate the competition and emerge State Champion in the Under-9 Girls category.
Her impressive victory reflects not only her exceptional talent but also the disciplined training, relentless hard work and passion that have powered her rapid rise in the sport.
Congratulating the young paddler, DPS Bopal said: “Demonstrating exceptional skill, determination, and sportsmanship, Anayra emerged as the Champion in the Under-9 Girls Category, securing the top position with an outstanding performance. Her achievement is a testament to her unwavering dedication, disciplined training, and passion for the sport.”
The school further extended its best wishes for her future, stating: “The school extends its heartfelt congratulations to Anayra on this commendable accomplishment and wishes her continued success as she reaches greater milestones in the world of table tennis.”
With this state title, Anayra has announced herself as one of Gujarat’s most promising young table tennis players, inspiring countless children to dream big through dedication, discipline and perseverance.
