Sharath Kamal

Published : Dec 28, 2018 15:09 IST

Talking about the medal-prospects of the team in the Asian Games, Sharath Kamal said, “India should reach the quarterfinals without much trouble. I’m told Japan is not fielding its top players. In the quarters, you need a bit of luck. If we escape facing China or Japan, then we have a good chance of reaching the semifinals provided we play to our potential.”

Ace Indian paddler Sharath Kamal had a fantastic 2018 that saw him finish the year on a career-high ranking of 30.

The 36-year-old soared to a medal haul at the at the Commonwealth Games, where he clinched a bronze in singles and bagged a silver in the men's doubles. He further extended his tally when won the gold with the men's team to cap off a brilliant campaign.

Sharath held on to his momentum and staged a stunning display at the Asian Games. He steered the men's team to a historic feat when the side bagged a bronze in team event and he then partnered Manika Batra to pocket the bronze medal in mixed doubles.

His splendid performances saw him finish the year as the country's top-ranked paddler.