Indian Table Tennis Duo Qualifies for 2024 Paris Olympics

India, 12 December 2025 — Indian table tennis players Sathiyan Gnanasekaran and Manika Batra have secured their spots for the 2024 Paris Olympics. The duo achieved this feat by performing exceptionally well at the Asian Continental Qualification Tournament held in Doha, Qatar, over the past week.

The mixed doubles pair triumphed in a crucial match against their South Korean opponents, winning 3-1. This victory ensures their participation in the upcoming Olympics, marking a significant achievement for Indian table tennis on the international stage.

Gnanasekaran and Batra have been pivotal in raising the profile of table tennis in India over recent years. Their qualification reflects the growing competitiveness and skill level of Indian athletes in the sport.

The 2024 Olympics will be an important platform for the pair as they aim to further enhance India's standing in international table tennis. The event is set to take place in Paris from 26 July to 11 August 2024.

Both players expressed their excitement and commitment to preparing rigorously for the Olympics, focusing on honing their skills and strategies to compete at the highest level.