Anmol Kharb: India's Badminton Star Claims Belgian Title

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