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15-Year-Old Tanvi Sharma: India's Rising Badminton Star

Tanvi Sharma, a 15-year-old badminton prodigy from Hoshiarpur, Punjab, is making waves in the Indian badminton scene. Inspired by the legendary P.V. Sindhu, Tanvi has emerged as a rising star, becoming the youngest member of India's women's squad for the upcoming Thomas and Uber Cup

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Two-Time World Champion Kento Momota Retires from International Badminton

Two-time world champion Kento Momota, once badminton's undisputed king, has announced his retirement from international competition at the age of 29. The Japanese star, who won 11 titles in 2019 and lost just six of 73 matches that year, has been battling the after-effects of a serious car

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HS Prannoy Battles Gastrointestinal Disorder, Faces Challenges in Thomas Cup Defense

Seasoned Indian shuttler H.S. Prannoy has been battling a chronic gastrointestinal disorder for the past four months, which has taken a toll on his physical and mental health. Prannoy was diagnosed with gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in 2018, a condition that causes heartburn, abdominal and chest pain, and inflammation

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India's Badminton Team Ready to Defend Thomas Cup Title in Chengdu

India's badminton team, fresh from their historic Thomas Cup triumph in 2022, is poised to defend their title in Chengdu, China. The squad, led by Kidambi Srikanth, HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen, and Priyanshu Rajawat, is determined to repeat their success and cement India's status as a

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India's Women Stun Canada in Uber Cup Opener

India's women's badminton team made a resounding start to their Uber Cup campaign in Chengdu, China, on Saturday, securing a convincing 4-1 victory over Canada. The triumph was spearheaded by a stunning performance from Ashmita Chaliha, who upset world no. 25 Michelle Li in the opening

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India Begins Thomas Cup Defense with Hard-Fought Win over Thailand

Holders India commenced their Thomas Cup campaign with a hard-fought 4-1 victory over Thailand in Chengdu on Saturday. However, the Southeast Asian nation proved that rankings hold little significance in the prestigious badminton tournament. Despite the eventual scoreline, India faced a stern test on the opening day of the world

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HS Prannoy Battles Health Issues, Aims to Regain Form for Paris Olympics

HS Prannoy, India's top-ranked shuttler, has been struggling with health issues that have impacted his performance in 2024. Despite his recent early round exits, Prannoy remains determined to regain his form ahead of the Paris Olympics. In an interview earlier this year, Prannoy expressed his desire to continue

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Indian Badminton Secures Five Olympic Quotas for Paris 2024

Indian Badminton Secures Five Olympic Quotas for Paris 2024 Indian badminton has achieved a significant milestone with five players securing quotas for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) released the 'Race to Paris' Ranking List, which determines the qualification for the Games. Former world

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India's Thomas Cup Defense Stumbles Against Indonesia

India's Thomas Cup defense hit a roadblock as they succumbed to a 1-4 defeat against Indonesia in their final Group C tie. Despite qualifying for the quarter-finals, the defending champions were given a wake-up call ahead of the knockouts. HS Prannoy emerged as a bright spot for India,

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Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto Qualify for Paris Olympics

Ashwini Ponnappa, a seasoned badminton player, faced skepticism after taking a break in 2022. Despite her continued training, many assumed she had retired. After a successful partnership with Jwala Gutta, Ashwini teamed up with N Sikki Reddy for six years, but they failed to secure a title. In December 2022,

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Flow Sports Life Badminton Academy Dominates Gurugram District Championship

The 29th Gurugram District Badminton Championship 2024, held from April 25th to 28th, witnessed an unprecedented display of badminton prowess. With a staggering 1000 entries, the tournament showcased the region's finest talent. Flow Sports Life Badminton Academy emerged as the undisputed champions, securing an astonishing 14 Gold and

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Indian Badminton Stars Aim to Regain Edge at Thailand Open Super 500

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will lead the charge for India at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament, starting Tuesday in Bangkok. The top-seeded Indian pair, considered favorites for Olympic gold in Paris, will aim to regain their competitive edge after facing challenges in the Thomas Cup.

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Indian Badminton Duo Rankireddy and Shetty Advance in Thailand Open

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made a strong start to the Thailand Open, cruising into the men's doubles pre-quarterfinals with a dominant victory over Malaysia's Nur Mohd Azriyn Ayub Azriyn and Tan Wee Kiong. The top-seeded Indian duo displayed their prowess, dispatching their

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Indian Badminton Stars Advance to Thailand Open Quarterfinals

Indian badminton stars Meiraba Luwang Maisnam, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, and Chirag Shetty continued their impressive run at the Thailand Open Super 500 on Thursday, advancing to the quarterfinals in their respective categories. Meiraba, a 21-year-old rising star, upset Denmark's Mads Christophersen 21-14, 22-20 in a hard-fought men's

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Indian Badminton Stars Advance to Thailand Open Semifinals

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty continued their impressive form at the Thailand Open, securing a spot in the semifinals of the men's doubles event. The world No. 3 duo cruised to a 21-7, 21-14 victory over Malaysians Junaidi Arif and Roy King Yap in the

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Satwik and Chirag Reach Thailand Open Final, Eyeing Title Defense

India's top men's doubles badminton pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, have stormed into the final of the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament in Bangkok. The duo cruised to a comfortable straight-game victory over Lu Ming-Che and Tang Kai-Wei of Chinese Taipei in the semifinals on

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PV Sindhu Returns to Action at Malaysia Masters, Eyes Confidence Boost

PV Sindhu, India's badminton ace, returns to the international circuit at the Malaysia Masters tournament, seeking to regain her form and boost her confidence ahead of the Paris Olympics. After skipping the Uber Cup and Thailand Open, Sindhu aims to make a deep run in the women'

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Indian Badminton Duo Sat-Chi Reclaim World Number One Ranking

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have reclaimed their throne as the world's top-ranked men's doubles pair, following their triumph at the Thailand Open Super 500 tournament. The duo's victory in Bangkok marks their second Thailand Open title, having previously won the

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PV Sindhu Leads India's Charge at Malaysia Masters Ahead of Paris Olympics

PV Sindhu, India's two-time Olympic medalist, will lead the Indian contingent at the Malaysia Masters tournament, which commences on Tuesday. The tournament serves as a crucial preparation for the upcoming Olympics in Paris. Sindhu, a former world champion, will be aiming to make a deep run in the

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PV Sindhu Survives Scare to Reach Malaysia Masters Quarterfinals

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu overcame a spirited challenge from Korea's Sim Yu Jin to advance to the quarterfinals of the Malaysia Masters Super 500 badminton tournament on Thursday. The former world champion, seeded fifth, prevailed in a hard-fought three-game battle, 21-13, 12-21, 21-14, in a match that

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MOC Approves Financial Support for Indian Athletes Ahead of Paris 2024 Olympics

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports' Mission Olympic Cell (MOC) has extended financial support to Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen and other elite athletes in their preparations for the 2024 Paris Olympics. Lakshya Sen, who will represent India in the men's singles event in Paris, will

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PV Sindhu Reaches Malaysia Masters Semifinals, Defeats Han Yue

PV Sindhu's return to the badminton circuit has been a gradual process, but the two-time Olympic medalist is slowly regaining her form. After a four-month absence due to a left knee injury, Sindhu made her comeback in February and has since helped India win the Badminton Asia Team

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PV Sindhu Reaches Malaysia Masters Final After 14-Month Wait

PV Sindhu's long-awaited return to a final has been secured after a hard-fought victory in the semi-finals of the Malaysia Masters. The two-time Olympic medalist overcame a slow start to defeat Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan in a marathon match that lasted over an hour. Despite having a

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PV Sindhu, Axelsen, Chen Yufei to Headline Singapore Badminton Open 2024

India's badminton ace PV Sindhu will lead the Indian contingent at the Singapore Badminton Open 2024 BWF Super 750 tournament, aiming to break her title drought in Singapore after her recent triumph at the Malaysia Masters. Sindhu will be joined by India's top-ranked men's

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Indian Badminton Duo Satwik-Chirag Crash Out of Singapore Open in First Round

World No. 1 Indian badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty suffered a disappointing first-round exit at the Singapore Open Super 750 tournament on Tuesday. The top-seeded pair, who were among the favorites for the gold medal at the upcoming Paris Olympics, fell to Denmark's Daniel Lundgaard and