Trailing japan

Asia Cup Bridge Championships: Host nation India is assured of at least a silver medal at the 5th Asia Cup Bridge Championships after the India B Seniors team produced a legendary comeback to defeat Japan by a solitary IMP (126–125) and storm into Saturday’s gold medal match.

The Indian team will take on Australia, who advanced after a commanding 170–67 victory over Bangladesh, for the ultimate Asia Cup title.

Trailing Japan by 22 IMPs heading into the final session, India B delivered a superb fightback, winning the last segment 56–40 to overturn the deficit and clinch the closest match of the tournament.