Anmol Kharb: India's Badminton Star Claims Belgian Title

Anmol Kharb, a 17-year-old badminton player, won her first senior international title at the Belgian International Challenge 2024. She defeated Denmark's Amalie Schulz in the final and won seven matches in three days.

Anmol Kharb's Triumph at the Belgian International Challenge 2024

17-year-old Anmol Kharb wins her first senior international badminton title
Tournament held in Leuven, Belgium, from September 11-14, 2024
Defeated World No. 80 Amalie Schulz of Denmark in the final (24-22, 12-21, 21-10)
Entered as a qualifier ranked World No. 220, won seven matches in three days
Overcame visa and travel challenges, arriving just hours before her first match
Displayed resilience in semifinals, beating World No. 68 Kaloyana Nalbantova

Anmol's Recent Achievements and Setbacks

Played a crucial role in India's gold medal win at the 2024 Badminton Asia Team Championships
Defeated higher-ranked players from Japan and Thailand in straight games during the team event
Won the women's singles title at the National Badminton Championship 2023 at age 16
Suffered a severe ankle injury during the Uber Cup in May 2024, leading to a 1-2 month recovery period
Overcame injury-related fears and mental challenges to return to competitive play

Training and Future Prospects

Relocated to train at the Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad following her injury
Focusing on improving technique, strength, and on-court agility
Coaches emphasizing the importance of developing a champion's mindset
Aiming for continuous improvement and more titles in the senior circuit
Set to compete in the Poland International Challenge immediately following her Belgian victory

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