NEW DELHI: Mohd. Nasir and Geeta Shankar, both from Indian Audit & Accounts, claimed the 2008-09 Delhi State Carrom Championship title in the men's and women's category respectively.
In the men's category decider Mohd. Nasir defeated Mohd. Javed (Nadeem) 09-04, 12-06 in straight sets, while in the women singles final Geeta Shankar (DA) got the better off Bharti Narayan (LIC) in three sets 07-11, 06-05 and 12-03.
Shri AK Sareen, Advisor DDA, gave away the prizes to the proud winners.
Dr. SP Bansal, Addl. Commissioner Planning, DDA and Shri MK Gandhi, President, Delhi Carrom Association were also present during the final events.
The new playing pattern of 4-4 got a tremendous response from all corners during the championship.
RESULTS OF OTHER FINALS:Jr. Boys (Under 14)Mohd. Danish (GC) bt. Zain Ameen (Choice) 14-0, 05-10, 15-02
Boys (Under 18)Mohd. Danish (GC) bt. Mohd. Salman (GC) 07-08, 12-01, 14-01
Veteran (above 50)Mohd. Rafiq (Pasha) bt. Saleem Yusufi (MM) 13-13 (Tie-Breaker 0-3), 14-11, 8-0