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Gokarn Ramdhani Memorial Badminton Tournament concludes
Kaieteur Sports – The Gokarn Ramdhani Memorial Tournament concluded on December 9, 2023, it featured a variety of competitions across different categories, including Under23 Men and Women Singles, Men’s Doubles, Women Doubles and Mixed Doubles. The Guyana Badminton Association also added a consolation round for Under23 Men’s Singles and Men’s Doubles due to the high number of entries.
The Mixed Doubles category added a fun and spontaneous element, with random pairing of male and female participants. This approach brought an entertaining and unpredictable aspect to the tournament.
A Presentation Ceremony was held immediately after the tournament.
Winners with the Sponsors and Executives of the Guyana Badminton Association.
The cash prize incentive was presented by Mr. Kareem Munroe of Massy Distribution under Blue Waters Brand and fuel vouchers were presented by Mr. Earl Carribon. This added an extra layer of motivation for the participants. Mr. Chet Bowling presented the Medals/Trophies. Mr. Ramesh Sunich of Trophy Stall sponsored a perpetual trophy for the Most Outstanding Performance, emphasizing the importance of dedication, commitment, sportsmanship, and a positive attitude in the sport of badminton.
1st Place Winners in the various categories (from L-R) Priyanna Ramdhani, Avinash Odit, Mishka Beharry, Akili Haynes, Tyrese Jeffrey, (missing from the picture is Ambika Ramraj).
Congratulations to Akili Haynes for being recognized as this year’s recipient of the Most Outstanding Performance award. It’s clear that the GBA values not only the competitive spirit but also the qualities that contribute to the overall growth and sportsmanship within the badminton community.
Special thanks to all sponsors, including Massy Distribution, Sol (Guyana) Inc, Chet Bowling and Trophy Stall, for their support in making the tournament a success. The GBA’s extends appreciation to the National Sports Commission for the use of the facilities which further highlights the collaborative efforts involved in organizing and executing this tournament. The GBA Looks forward to more successful tournaments and continued growth in the sport of badminton in Guyana in 2024.
DAY 3 MATCHES – DECEMBER 9TH, 2023
Under-23 Men Singles Semi-Finals: Tyrese Jeffrey vs. Nkosi Beaton 21-13, 21-15
Men’s Doubles Consolation Semi-Finals: Colin Bowry/Ryan Alexander vs. Jason Stephney/Sekhar Mallampati 19-21, 21-19, 21-14
Men Doubles Semi-Finals: Wenyuan Chen/Marlon Chung vs. Ernesto Choo-A-Fat/Avinash Odit
Men Doubles Semi-Finals: Akili Haynes/Tyrese Jeffrey vs. Chet Bowling/Xavio Alexander 21-7, 21-9
Men’s Doubles Consolation Finals: Anthony Stephens/Gavin Cao vs. Colin Bowry/Ryan Alexander: 24-17, 12-21, 22-24
Under-23 Men Singles Consolation Finals: Matthew Klautky vs. Jedidiah Uwagboe: 21-17, 21-17
FINALS
Under-23 Women Singles Finals: Priyanna Ramdhani beat Mishka Beharry: 21-5, 21-6
Under-23 Men Singles Finals: Akili Haynes beat Tyrese Jeffrey: 21-16, 23-21
Mixed Doubles Finals: Wenyuan Chen/Anna Perreira beat Avinash Odit/Mishka Beharry: 21-17, 21-16
Women’s Doubles Finals: Priyanna Ramdhani/Ambika Ramraj beat Ayanna Watson/Anna Perreira: 21-8, 21-14
Men’s Doubles Finals: Akili Haynes/Tyrese Jeffrey beat Marlon Chung/ Wenyuan Chen: 21-12, 24-22
WINNERS – GRM TOURNAMENT
Men’s Doubles
1st Akili Haynes & Tyrese Jeffrey
2nd Marlon Chung &Wenyuan Chen
3rd Ernesto Choo-A-Fat & Avinash Odit
3rd Chet Bowling & Xavio Alexander
Women’s Doubles
1st Priyanna Ramdhani & Ambika Ramraj
2nd Ayanna Watson & Anna Perreira
3rd Mishka Beharry & Leshaunte Berkley
3rd Alimah & Asiyah Eastman
Mixed Doubles
1st Avinash Odit & Mishka Beharry
2nd Wenyuan Chen & Anna Perreira
3rd Tyrese Jeffrey & Jefina James
3rd Akili Haynes & Ayanna Watson
Men’s Singles U-23
1st Akili Haynes
2nd Tyrese Jeffrey
3rd Nkosi Beaton
3rd Xavio Alexander
Women’s Singles U-23
1st Priyanna Ramdhani
2nd Mishka Beharry
3rd Asiyah Eastman
3rd Alimah Eastman
Consolation Men’s Doubles
1st Ryan Alexander & Colin Bowry
2nd Anthony Stephens & Gavin Cao
Consolation Men’s Under 23 Singles
1st Matthew Klautky
2nd Jedidiah Uwagboe
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