
The Indian women's table tennis squad saw its campaign conclude in the quarter-finals after a three-nil defeat against North Korea on Tuesday. Foreign coach Massimo Costantini noted that earlier group and knockout victories against Singapore and Thailand were crucial stepping stones for the young roster, despite the absence of top player Manika Batra.
“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”