Rajgir, May 6 -- The opening day of singles matches at the Khelo India Youth Games unfolded with both predictability and a dash of drama as the top-ranked Under-18 boys and girls comfortably logged their first wins here on Tuesday.
While most favourites cruised through their opening group encounters, the day wasn't without its stories of missed chances, surprise fightbacks, and quiet walkovers.
For the top players, these early victories were more about finding their rhythm than facing real tests. Yet, with two crucial rounds remaining on Day 2 before the knockout phase, there's little room for complacency.
Off the table, the competition saw a couple of unexpected withdrawals. Syndrela Das of West Bengal pulled out before the draw yesterd...