Shubham Khandelwal and Miheet Dhaneja Triumph in Under-18 Boys Doubles at Franklin Avsoy North Cup

Victory at the Franklin Avsoy North Cup

Shubham Khandelwal and Miheet Dhaneja showcased remarkable resilience after dropping the second game to secure the Under-18 Boys Doubles championship at the Franklin Avsoy North Cup PWR100 held in Gurugram. The duo triumphed over Gaurav Sood and Saaish Arora with scores of 11-7, 6-11, 11-2 in a thrilling final that required a decisive third game.

The match began with Shubham and Miheet taking charge, displaying aggressive tactics and excellent court coverage to clinch the first game 11-7, putting them just one game away from the title. However, Gaurav and Saaish fought back in the second game, finding their rhythm and minimizing errors, which allowed them to equalize the match with an 11-6 win.

In the final game, Shubham and Miheet elevated their performance, dominating from the start. They controlled the kitchen line and consistently pressured their opponents, ultimately winning the decider 11-2. This victory crowned them champions of the Under-18 Boys Doubles at the Franklin Avsoy North Cup PWR100, a significant event in the expanding junior pickleball scene in North India.

For Gaurav and Saaish, reaching the finals was a commendable achievement in a competitive junior field, but it was Shubham and Miheet who emerged victorious. The Franklin Avsoy North Cup, held from May 29-30, 2026, at SESH Sports & Fitness, showcased top-tier pickleball action, with players vying for crucial PWR100 ranking points.

This tournament, part of the growing PWR structure, attracted participants from across North India, providing a vital platform for both seasoned and emerging players to compete in a high-stakes environment. The event also underscores the rapid growth of pickleball in Haryana and the northern region, where interest and opportunities for competition have surged over the past year.