Harmeet Desai, born on July 19, 1993, in Surat, Gujarat, is one of India’s prominent table tennis players. Starting his journey at just six years old, inspired by his father, Harmeet quickly progressed through the ranks of Indian table tennis. He became the youngest state champion at the age of 15 and has since represented India on multiple international stages.
Some of his notable achievements include winning the men’s singles title at the 2019 Commonwealth Table Tennis Championship and a bronze medal in the 2018 Asian Games. He was also part of the Indian team that won gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Harmeet’s consistent performance earned him the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2019.
A right-handed offensive player, Desai has also won the ITTF Indonesia Open, becoming the first Indian to claim such a title in Asia. His dedication to the sport and rigorous training in Germany have contributed significantly to his success【104†source】【105†source】.
Desai continues to be a key player for India, striving to inspire young athletes and push the limits of his sport on a global stage.