The 23 year old Indian, ranked 43rd in the world, Malvika Bansod pulled off a stunner as she won straight games against Paris Olympic Bronze medalist Gregoria Tunjung.
In a stunning upset at the China Open, Malvika Bansod, a talented young badminton player from India, triumphed over Olympic bronze medalist Gregoria Mariska Tunjung of Indonesia.
On September 18, 2024, Malvika, defeated the world No. 7 Tunjung in the women’s singles opening round with scores of 26-24, 21-19, in a match that lasted 46 minutes.
This victory marks the biggest achievement in her career to date, showcasing her resilience as she saved three game points in the first game.
Following her remarkable triumph, Malvika is set to face Scotland’s Kristy Gilmour, a two-time Commonwealth Games medalist, in the next round.
This match will be another test of her growing skills as she continues to make her mark on the international circuit.
Malvika’s victory comes as she aims to prove herself after previous health challenges and has demonstrated significant improvement since her earlier matches against top players.
With her determination and recent form, she aspires to achieve even greater success in the sport.
