City badminton club hosted a successful tournament for 44 local pairings
Adidda Badminton Club hosted a successful tournament at their Vivacity Sports Centre base in Hampton.
A total of 32 men’s double pairings and 12 ladies doubles teams took part in front of guest of honour, Mohammed Farooq, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Growth and Regeneration in the city.
The final placings were:
Men: 1st Levin Mathew & Joby George, 2nd Manobhi Ramvaddi & Teja Adigopula, 3rd Raghuvaran Pasupuleti and Harry Chen.
Ladies: 1st Anbujoshna Arulyoharaj & Shruthika Senthil, 2nd Netdao Akehurst & Trinity Akehurst, 3rd Victoria Ringland & Jyostna Chukaria.
An Adidda Club spokesperson said: “We’re incredibly proud of all our players and participants for their enthusiasm and sportsmanship. We’re also thankful for Mr Mohammed Farooq’s continued support of local sports initiatives.
"Mr. Farooq congratulated all participants for their dedication and teamwork, noting that community sports play a vital role in bringing people together and promoting active, healthy living across the city.”
The Adidda club meet at Hampton Vivacity on Friday evenings (8pm-10pm). New members are always welcome and the first session is free for newcomers. The club caters for players of all standards. The club plays competitively in the Hunts and Peterborough League, but also offers a vibrant social scene.