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Odisha Open PWR 200: Sumeet Bajaj Clinches Men’s Singles 30+ Gold
Sanjeev Kumar | August 15, 2026 6:22 PM CST

Sumeet Bajaj reigned supreme in the men's singles 30+ category at the  . He clinched gold after a dominant performance in the final.

The Odisha Open is also a PWR 200 event. Bajaj eased past Subrat Sahoo, winning 15-7 to finish on top. It was also a commanding campaign for him, as he handled pressure with ease in the final to claim the singles crown. Sahoo had to settle for silver, while Rajesh Pradhan grabbed bronze. Pradhan defeated Ashish Kumar in the bronze medal match, sealing a 11-4 win. The 30+ men's singles proved to be a competitive field, and the medal positions were decided through a tough draw. Bajaj was the most decisive in the tournament and put on a good show when it mattered the most.

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