Taekwondo: Maan Loses in Pre-quarters
Navjeet Maan crashed out in the pre-quarterfinals of the 80 kg teakwondo match, ending the Indian men's campaign at the Asian Games here today.
Jakarta, Aug 22 (PTI) Navjeet Maan crashed out in the pre-quarterfinals of the 80 kg teakwondo match, ending the Indian men's campaign at the Asian Games here today.
The 24-year-old Maan lost 6-20 to Linglong Chen of China.
Maan trailed behind Chen 0-6 in the first round before the Indian managed to opened his account in the second round.
However, the Chinese made a strong comeback scoring eight points to take a 15-5 overall lead in the match.
Chen then sealed the match, blanking Maan 5-1 in the third round.
Earlier, Maan had beaten Somsanouk Phommavanh of Lao in his opening match 32-18.
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