Oct 12, Kathmandu - ​​​​​​​Yala Sports Academy has successfully concluded its inaugural Dashain Table Tennis Tournament at its newly built training hall in Gwarko.

Held on Saturday, Ashwin 24, the competition featured four men’s age categories: 30+, 40+, 50+ and 60+.

In the 30+ category, APF’s Bilash Shrestha claimed the title, defeating teammate Rajiv Chikambanjar in the final. Yogendra Maharjan of Kholcha Pokhari and Salim Tamrakar of AVM shared third place.

Bimalraj Ghimire won the 40+ title, overcoming Raj Kumar Khadgi in the final. AVM’s Ashok Maharjan and Dilone Shrestha of Kirtipur finished third.

In the 50+ category, AVM’s Jayaram Maharjan took first place ahead of Sangharatna Dangol. Subodh Jonchhe of Bhaktapur and Madhyash Makai of Banepa placed third.

Prakash Dhakhwa of Kholcha Pokhari won the 60+ title, while Kirtipur’s Rabindra Maharjan finished second. Manohari Thapa and AVM’s Sudarshan Prasad Gautam shared third place.