In the rating made public by the world’s table tennis ruling body, the Nigerian gained three steps to occupy the 19th spot.
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Aruna, who is ranked 21 in the world, was set up against world number seven in the quarterfinal after his triumph over Joao Geraldo of Portugal in the round of 16 and from the outcome of the tie against the Asian star, it was clear that the Nigerian did not concede defeat easily without giving a fight.
Aruna told the News Agency of Nigeria after training at the Knock-up Hall of the National Stadium, Lagos: “Well, just like every other participant going to the Games, I am aiming at making a positive impact