A Shock To The Indian Table Tennis Community

Archana Kamath Quits Table Tennis to Pursue Academics

A Shock to the Indian Table Tennis Community

Archana Kamath, one of India's top female table tennis players, has announced her retirement from the sport to focus on her academics.

Kamath, who is currently ranked 68th in the world, made the announcement on social media, saying that it was a "difficult decision" but that she felt it was the right time to move on.

Reasons for Retirement

Kamath has not given a specific reason for her retirement, but it is believed that she is struggling to balance her sporting and academic commitments.

The 22-year-old is a student at the prestigious Indian Institute of Technology in Madras, and she has been struggling to keep up with her studies while also competing at the highest level in table tennis.

Future Plans

Kamath plans to complete her studies and then pursue a career in engineering.

She said: "I have always been passionate about engineering, and I believe that this is the right time for me to focus on my studies and pursue my dream of becoming an engineer."

Reaction from the Table Tennis Community

Kamath's retirement has come as a shock to the Indian table tennis community.

She is one of the most promising young players in the country, and her retirement is a major blow to India's hopes of success at the upcoming Commonwealth Games and Asian Games.

However, many people have expressed their understanding of Kamath's decision, and they have wished her well in her future endeavors.