Dr. Manimara Chozhan shines at the World Masters Badminton Championship
KUWAIT CITY, June 14: The chairman of Indian Badminton Association-Kuwait (IBAK), Dr. Manimara Chozhan, a distinguished orthopedic doctor and passionate athlete, has added another accolade to his impressive portfolio by winning the bronze medal in the Men's Singles 55+ category at the World Masters Badminton Games 2025, held in Taipei, Taiwan.
Balancing a demanding medical profession with competitive sports, Dr. Chozhan's achievement highlights his unwavering dedication, discipline, and commitment to excellence, both in the operating room and on the badminton court. At this prestigious international event, Dr. Chozhan showcased outstanding skill and determination throughout the tournament, securing a place on the podium among seasoned global competitors. Dr. Chozhan did both his home country, India, and his adopted second home, Kuwait, proud by winning a bronze medal. Dr. Chozhan is a very passionate badminton player and, in his first appearance at the world masters, managed to beat strong players from Taipei, Singapore, Malaysia, China, and Australia to win a bronze medal in the 55+ category of the Men's Singles event.
'This victory is deeply meaningful for me,' said Dr. Chozhan. 'Not just as a personal milestone, but as a reminder that age is never a barrier to pursuing passion and staying active. I hope it inspires others to embrace sports and fitness at any stage of life.'
A well-known figure in the orthopedic community, Dr. Chozhan is celebrated for his contributions to patient care and advancements in orthopedic surgery. His recent success in badminton reflects the same precision, focus, and resilience he brings to his medical practice. Dr. Chozhan has participated in many international tournaments across the world which including UAE, Bahrain, Qatar, Uganda, Finland, USA, Switzerland, Russia, Vienna, and the Maldives. Dr. Chozhan has very special thanks for his IBAK FAMILY, who have stood by him and helped him in his vision of promoting badminton in Kuwait.
Some of the accolades won by Dr. Chozhan in the past 14 months are as follows:
1. World Master's 55+ Singles Bronze Medalist (Taipei, May 2025)
2. IBAK Diamond League 35+ Men's Doubles Silver & 45+ Men's Doubles Silver Medalist (Kuwait, April 2025)
3. 47th ISC-APEX BWF Badminton Tournament 80+ Men's Doubles & 90+ Men's Doubles Bronze Medalist (Abu Dhabi, February 2025)
4. IBAK SLAM 50+ Singles & Men's Doubles Silver Medalist; Team Gold Captain of IBAK ALLSTARS (Kuwait, December 2024)
5. Canadian Masters 50+ Mixed Doubles Bronze Medalist (Canada, April 2024)
The World Masters Badminton Games is a highly respected event that draws veteran players from around the world, offering them a platform to compete at a high level while promoting healthy, active lifestyles.
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