Asia Securities Padel Classic ends in style

Women’s Doubles ‘A’ champions Kate Siyaguna (L) and Shenalie Weerasekara

By Susil Premalal

Kate Siyaguna and Shenalie Weerasekara stole the spotlight as they clinched the Women Doubles ‘A’ title at the Asia Securities Padel Classic held at the CR & FC Padel Classic Courts in Colombo.
The pair displayed outstanding skill and teamwork throughout the tournament, eventually overcoming a strong field to lift the champion’s trophy.
In a proud moment, Dumith Fernando, Chairman of Asia Securities Private Limited, handed over the winning trophy to the delighted duo.
The Asia Securities Padel Classic attracted many top players and padel enthusiasts from around the country. The event was played in a festive atmosphere with intense matches and friendly rivalry.
Several categories, including Men’s Doubles and Mixed Doubles events, were worked off on the modern courts at the CR and FC, one of the leading venues for padel in Sri Lanka.
Organisers said the tournament was a great success and promised an even bigger event next year to promote the fast-growing sport of padel in the island. 

Results:

Men’s Doubles ‘A’ champions: Gabi Perez and Tucker Vorster. Runners-up: Jaitrade Seram and Rajeev Rajapakse

Men’s Doubles ‘B’ champions: Dominik Simonson and Hardy Jamaldeen. Runners-up: N. Chinthaka and Rishen Fernando
Men’s Doubles ‘C’ champions: Salman Rasheed and Suhail Rasheed. Runners-up: Ashvin Mohanani and Jerome Auvity
Women’s Doubles ‘A’ champions: Kate Siyaguna and Shenalie Weerasekara. Runners-up: Anoushka Boralessa and Upeka Wijerathna
Women’s Doubles ‘B’ champions: Anika Amalean and Karin Wijerathne. Runners-up: Ruwani Jayasingha and Tashya De Silva
Women’s Doubles ‘C’ champions: Divy Cassie Chetty and Rekha De Silva. Runners-up: Anushka Punchihewa and Natasha Jayasurya
Mixed Doubles ‘A’ champions: Rukmal Cooray and Shayanika Fernando. Runners-up: Arvind Fernando and Shenalie Werasekara
Mixed Doubles ‘B’ champions: Shanil Dayawansa and Bianca Acquistapace. Runners-up: Shamal Perera and Shayanika Fernando
Mixed Doubles ‘C’ champions: Hiran Embuldeniya and Sonia Hirdaramani. Runners-up: Tyrell Perera and Daniielle Gomez