Kajal bags gold in 76kg, Antim Neha clinch silver in Budapest Ranking Series
Indian wrestler Kajal won a gold medal in the 76kg category at the Budapest Ranking Series. The Indian contingent also secured two silver and one bronze medal across various weight classes.
Why it matters
Success in international ranking series is crucial for athletes' global standings and preparation for major championships.
Reigning U20 world champion wrestler Kajal clinched the women’s 76kg category gold with a commanding performance in the Budapest Ranking Series in Budapest.
Facing USA's Dymond Precious Guilford in a gripping gold medal clash, the young Indian wrestler exhibited immense tactical composure under pressure.
The high-stakes encounter ended in a 3-3 deadlock, but Kajal held her nerve to clinch the championship on criteria, securing India's third gold medal of the tournament.
India added two silver medals to its haul through strong campaigns in the 53kg and 57kg weight divisions.
In the 53kg championship final, Antim Panghal was forced to settle for silver after conceding her gold medal bout against Sweden's Emma Jonna Denise Malmgren due to an injury (VIN).
Meanwhile, in the 57kg category, Neha Sharma put together an impressive run to reach the final.
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