Overview
Ajay Khare is an Indian contract bridge player. Bridge is a mind sport recognised by the Indian Olympic Association, and Indian players such as Khare compete under the auspices of the Bridge Federation of India (BFI), the national governing body affiliated to the World Bridge Federation (WBF) and the Asia Pacific Bridge Federation.
Key facts
| Name | Ajay Khare |
|---|---|
| Nationality | Indian |
| Sport | Contract bridge |
| National federation | Bridge Federation of India |
| Wikidata ID | Q56257113 |
Background
Contract bridge has a long competitive tradition in India, with organised tournament play coordinated by the Bridge Federation of India since 1957. Indian players participate in national championships, zonal events, and international competitions including the Bermuda Bowl, the World Bridge Games, and the Asian Games, where bridge featured as a medal sport at Jakarta–Palembang 2018.
Career
Ajay Khare is recorded among Indian sportspersons active in competitive bridge. Detailed records of individual tournament participation and partnerships are maintained by the Bridge Federation of India and the World Bridge Federation in their player databases.
Significance
Players such as Khare contribute to the active community of Indian bridge competitors, a discipline in which India has produced internationally ranked pairs and teams. The sport draws participants across age groups and is played at club, state, and national levels throughout the country.
Related topics
- Bridge Federation of India
- Contract bridge
- World Bridge Federation
- Bridge at the 2018 Asian Games
- Indian Olympic Association
References
- Wikidata: Ajay Khare (Q56257113)
- Bridge Federation of India – official records
- World Bridge Federation – player and event database