World Wushu Championship: Aparna, Kareena, Shivani Move Advance To Finals In Brazil

Three Indian Wushu athletes, Aparna, Kareena Kaushik and Shivani secured their berths in the finals of their respective events at the World Wushu Championships on Saturday, while two men, Sagar Dahiya and Vikrant Baliyan also advanced to subsequent rounds in the tournament in Brazil.

The Indian contingent’s showing at the 17th edition of the event saw the three women move into the final, while Dahiya and Balian advanced to the semifinal and quarterfinal in the men’s category events.

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In the women’s category, Aparna showcased brilliant skills, defeating Tharisa Dea Florientina from Indonesia in 52 kg category to secure her place in the final, according to a release shared by Wushu Association of India.

Aparna will next face Ngo Thi Bhuong Nga from Vietnam in the gold medal bout on Sunday.

In 60kg category, Kareena Kaushik displayed exceptional strength and strategy to overcome Nathalia Briquesi Silva from Brazil in her semifinal clash. She will battle against China’s Xiaowei Wu for the title.

Shivani stunned Ekaterina Valchuk from Russia with her dominant performance and confirmed her spot in the 75kg final, where she will battle with Shahrbano Mansouriyaan Semiromi from Iran.

Among men, Sagar Dahiya entered the semifinal after a commanding show in 56kg category and will face Carlos Baylon Jr from Philippines for a place in the final on Sunday.

In 75 kg, Vikrant Baliyan will compete in the quarterfinal against Gensheng Jin from China, aiming to join his teammates in the medal rounds.

(With Inputs Form PTI)

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