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India Shines at Asian Surfing Championships 2024, won Silver

India won a silver medal in the Maruhaba Cup team event at the Asian Surfing Championships 2024 in Thulusdhoo, Maldives. The Indian team, consisting of Kamali P, Ajeesh Ali, Srikanth D, and Sanjay Selvamani, scored 24.13 points in the final.

India's Silver Medal at the Maruhaba Cup

  • India secured a silver medal in the Maruhaba Cup team event at the Asian Surfing Championships 2024 in Thulusdhoo, Maldives.
  • The Indian team, comprising Kamali P, Ajeesh Ali, Srikanth D, and Sanjay Selvamani, scored 24.13 points in the final.
  • Japan won gold with 58.40 points, while Chinese Taipei (23.93) and China (22.10) placed third and fourth, respectively.
  • In the Heat 2 semi-final, India topped with a score of 32.16, ahead of Chinese Taipei (29.70) and South Korea (27.74).
  • This achievement marks a significant milestone for Indian surfing on the international stage.

Asian Games 2026 Qualification

  • India secured its first-ever quota in surfing for the Asian Games, just a day before winning the silver medal.
  • Both the Indian men's and women's surfing teams will compete at the Asian Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
  • The qualification was based on ranking points earned by surfers at the 3rd Asian Surfing Championships 2024.
  • This marks the first time surfing will be included in the Asian Games, highlighting the growing importance of the sport in the region.
  • The qualification provides Indian surfers with a platform to showcase their skills on one of Asia's biggest sporting stages.

Individual Achievements and Tournament Details

  • Harish Muthu became the first Indian to qualify for the quarter-finals of the Asian Surfing Championships before narrowly losing in a tight contest.
  • The 3rd Asian Surfing Championships 2024 took place from August 17-27, 2024, in Thulusdhoo, Maldives.
  • Over 100 athletes from 20 countries participated in five events, including men's and women's open divisions, a junior category, and the Maruhaba Cup team event.
  • A total of eight Indian surfers competed across four categories in the championships.
  • The event served as a qualifier for the 2026 Asian Games, emphasizing its importance in the surfing calendar.

Historical Context and Future Implications

  • The first Asian Surfing Championship was held in China in 2019, leading to the inclusion of surfing in the 2026 Asian Games.
  • The second championship took place in Thulusdhoo, Maldives, in 2023.
  • India's success at the 2024 championships represents a significant leap forward for the country's surfing program.
  • The silver medal and Asian Games qualification are expected to boost the profile of surfing in India and potentially attract more resources and support for the sport.
  • These achievements set new benchmarks for Indian surfers and serve as inspiration for the growing surfing community in the country.

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