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Saina Nehwal, India's badminton icon and former Olympic bronze medalist, has revealed her battle with arthritis, casting doubt on her future in the sport. The 34-year-old, who made history as the first Indian shuttler to win an Olympic medal, has been hampered by injuries in recent years. Nehwal&
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Indian para-badminton star Manisha Ramdass has advanced to the women's singles semifinals in the SU5 category at the Paris Paralympics, keeping India's medal hopes alive. However, Mandeep Kaur and Palak Kohli's campaigns ended in the quarterfinals with contrasting defeats. Ramdass, 19, who has Erb&
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Indian para-badminton players Nitesh Kumar and Sukant Kadam have secured their spots in the semifinals of the men's singles SL3 and SL4 categories, respectively, at the Paris Paralympics. Nitesh, a silver medalist at the Asian Para Games in 2021, dominated his last group match against Thailand's
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Indian Paralympians Shine in Paris, Badminton Star Sivarajan Solaimalai Impresses The Indian contingent at the Paris 2024 Paralympics has made a strong start, returning with four medals on Friday. While not all athletes have secured podium finishes, many have showcased exceptional performances, including badminton star Sivarajan Solaimalai. In a men&
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India's Nitesh Kumar, a 29-year-old IIT Mandi graduate, has secured a spot in the semifinals of the men's singles SL3 group A para badminton competition at the Paris Paralympics. Kumar, who suffered a permanent leg injury in an accident in 2009, displayed exceptional skill and determination
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Lakshya Sen, India's rising badminton star, made history at the Paris Olympics 2024 by becoming the first Indian male shuttler to reach the semi-finals. However, his Olympic dream was shattered as he narrowly missed out on a medal, losing to Viktor Axelsen in the semi-final and Lee Zii
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Seasoned Indian shuttler HS Prannoy has announced a break from badminton to prioritize his recovery from the debilitating effects of chikungunya. The 32-year-old, a key member of India's historic Thomas Cup triumph in 2022, has been battling persistent joint pain caused by the mosquito-borne viral disease. Prannoy'
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Lakshya Sen, India's rising badminton star, has embarked on a journey to Austria to undergo a comprehensive physical evaluation at the renowned Red Bull Athlete Performance Centre in Salzburg. This assessment aims to optimize his fitness and performance ahead of the upcoming BWF circuit tournaments. The 22-year-old Almora
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Thirteen-year-old Tanvi Patri from Odisha has emerged as a rising star in Indian badminton, capturing the girls' singles title at the U-15 Badminton Asia U-17 & U-15 Junior Championships in Chengdu, China. Her victory marks a significant achievement for India, offering a glimmer of hope amidst recent struggles in
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Lakshya Sen's Olympic Journey: A Tale of Promise and Missed Opportunity At the recently concluded Paris Olympics 2024, Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen showcased his immense talent, winning five consecutive matches before falling short in the final two, ultimately finishing fourth in the men's singles event.
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Krishna Nagar, India's para badminton star, has faced countless challenges throughout his life. Despite being bullied for his short stature, he refused to let his dwarfism condition define him. Instead, he found solace in sports, excelling in cricket, football, volleyball, long jump, and sprints. In late 2017, Krishna&
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Lakshya Sen, India's rising badminton star, shared his Olympic experience with Prime Minister Narendra Modi during a felicitation ceremony at the Prime Minister's residence on Independence Day. Sen, who made history as the first Indian shuttler to reach the semifinals in men's badminton at