Indian table tennis champion A Sharath Kamal has decided to end his professional career at the upcoming WTT Contender Chennai, scheduled from March 25 to 30.
"I played my first international tournament in Chennai, I will be playing my last international also in Chennai. This will be my last tournament as a professional athlete," announced the 42-year-old.
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His final Olympic appearance was at the Paris Games last year, marking his fifth participation in the prestigious event.
"I have Commonwealth Games medals and Asian Games medals. Olympic medal is something I don't have in my cupboard. I hope I can live that dream through the younger talent coming," shared the accomplished athlete.
Currently ranked 42nd globally, Sharath maintains his position as the highest-ranked Indian player in the International Table Tennis Federation standings.
"Not saying I am letting it go completely, but this is certainly the end for us on the big tables, in front of the big crowds. Time to give my bandana and racket some rest," he said.
"Grateful beyond words for all the joy, for all the love, for all the pain, for all the lessons, and for all the people this sport has given me."
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