PANAJI
The third edition of the Late Pundalika Shenoy Memorial Sarsangan Premier Badminton League (SPBL 3.0) concluded on a high, delivering two days packed with thrilling matches, exceptional sportsmanship, and a strong sense of community.
The tournament, now a marquee event for badminton enthusiasts in the region, once again lived up to its reputation.
After a fiercely competitive run, Team The Acers, owned by Dr. Sarvesh Kamat and Manoj Pai Dukle, emerged as the Champions of SPBL 3.0, lifting the prestigious trophy and taking home a prize of ₹65,333. Team Badminators, led by Nikhil Prabhu Moye, finished as Runners-up, earning ₹40,333, while AK Smashers, owned by Kapil Kamat and Aditya Prabhugaonkar, secured third place with a prize of ₹30,333.
The valedictory ceremony was graced by distinguished guests including Tanmay Kholkar, Founder of Manas Developers; Praveen Shenoy, Secretary, Goa Badminton Association; Yogiraj Kamat, Chairman of the Organising Committee; and Adv. Satish Pilgaonkar, President of SSSCT.
Special Awards:
Best Ace Pair: Rudra Pai Dukle & Aneesh Keni
Best Ace King Pair: Chinmay Kamat & Sarvadnya Khandeparkar
Best King King Pair: Chandan Sinai Kenkre & Sarvadnya Khandeparkar
Best King Jack Pair: Dinesh Pai & Satej Khandeparkar
Best Jack Jack Pair: Kapil Kamat & Jairam Kholkar
Best Mixed Doubles Pair: Siddhartha Pai Khot & Anar Singbal
Best Veteran Pair: Dr. Sarvesh Kamat & Ganadish Keni
Most Impactful Pair of the Finals: Rudra Pai Dukle & Aneesh Keni
Most Valuable Player of the Tournament: Rudra Pai Dukle
