Kunga from Gangtok clinches title at 147 Snooker Sports Club Summer Men’s Open 2025
The tournament, organised by the youth-led 147 Snooker Sports Club, was envisioned as a platform to promote snooker as an alternative sport for the young generation in Sikkim.
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Kunga from Gangtok defeated Badal from Namchi to win the championship trophy at the 147 Snooker Sports Club Summer Men’s Open Tournament 2025. The much-anticipated final match, played near Metro Point in Gangtok, marked the grand conclusion of the event, drawing large crowds of snooker enthusiasts and local supporters.
The tournament, organised by the youth-led 147 Snooker Sports Club, was envisioned as a platform to promote snooker as an alternative sport for the young generation in Sikkim. With the sport steadily gaining popularity in the state, the competition saw wide participation and created a festive sporting atmosphere.
The organisers offered attractive prizes, with Kunga receiving ₹45,000 as the champion and Badal securing ₹35,000 as the runner-up. The cash rewards, coupled with the spirit of competition, motivated participants and showcased the growing appeal of cue sports among Sikkimese youth.
The finale was graced by Shri Tenzing Dorjee Bhutia, Chairman of SIMFED, who attended as the Chief Guest. In his address, he commended the organisers for creating a constructive platform for young people and steering them toward positive activities. Shri Bhutia highlighted that sports such as snooker could play an important role in diverting youth away from negative habits, particularly substance abuse, which continues to be a pressing issue in the state.