India's Mithun Manjunath Advances to Quarterfinals in Padel Championship

India, 19 December 2025 — Indian padel player Mithun Manjunath has advanced to the quarterfinals of the Asian Padel Championship being held in New Delhi. Manjunath secured his place after defeating South Korea's Lee Hyun-seok in a closely contested match. The match took place on December 18, 2025, with Manjunath emerging victorious with scores of 6-4, 7-5. This victory marks a significant achievement for Manjunath, who is relatively new to the international padel scene. The tournament is a key event in the Asian padel calendar and features top athletes from across the region. Manjunath's progress to the quarterfinals has raised hopes for India's performance in the sport, which is gaining popularity in the country.