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Gopichand's Controversial Remark - A Wake-Up Call for Indian Sports?

Pullela Gopichand, the legendary badminton coach, recently stirred up a hornet's nest with his statement, "Don't let your child pursue sport." While seemingly discouraging, his remark was far from a flippant dismissal of sports. Instead, it was a poignant reflection on the current state

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Lakshya Sen Age Fabrication Allegations: Karnataka High Court Permits Investigation

The world of badminton has been rocked by allegations of age fabrication against rising star Lakshya Sen and his family. The Karnataka High Court has now permitted an investigation into these serious claims, involving Lakshya, his parents, brother, and coach. Lakshya Sen | Photo Credit: PTI The Allegations: A Potential Blow

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India Secures Spot in Badminton Women's Team Finals at Asian Games

India, 6 October 2023 — The Indian women's badminton team advanced to the finals of the Asian Games after defeating South Korea in a tightly contested semifinal match held on Thursday in Hangzhou, China. The Indian contingent won with a 3-2 scoreline, showcasing their resilience and tactical prowess. Key

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India's Badminton Stars Shine at Asian Championships

India, 12 December 2025 — Indian shuttlers have made a significant impact at the Asian Badminton Championships held in Manila, Philippines. HS Prannoy and PV Sindhu have advanced to the semi-finals, demonstrating remarkable performances in their respective categories. Prannoy, ranked 9th in the world, defeated Malaysian player Lee Zii Jia in

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PV Sindhu Advances to Quarterfinals at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 12 December 2025 — Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu advanced to the quarterfinals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Beijing, showcasing her skill and determination. On Wednesday, Sindhu secured her place by defeating Thailand's Ratchanok Intanon with a scoreline of 21-18, 21-16 in a closely contested match.

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India's Challenge at BWF World Tour Finals Begins

India, 12 December 2025 — Indian shuttlers commenced their campaign at the BWF World Tour Finals in Guangzhou, China, with mixed results on the opening day. P. V. Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, faced a tough challenge but emerged victorious in her opening group match against Thailand’s Ratchanok Intanon, securing

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PV Sindhu Advances to Quarterfinals at Hong Kong Open

India, 12 December 2025 — Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu secured her place in the quarterfinals of the Hong Kong Open after defeating Supanida Katethong of Thailand in straight sets. The match, held at the Hong Kong Coliseum on Thursday, saw Sindhu displaying a dominant performance with scores of 21-16, 21-12.

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Lakshya Sen Advances to Quarterfinals at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 13 December 2025 — Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen has moved into the quarterfinals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Guangzhou, China. On Wednesday, Sen secured his place by defeating Denmark's Anders Antonsen in a thrilling match that ended with scores of 21-18, 19-21, 21-15. The victory

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India Advances to BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships Quarterfinals

India, 13 December 2025 — The Indian badminton team has secured a spot in the quarterfinals of the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships in Spokane, USA. The team achieved this feat following a decisive victory over Thailand in the pre-quarterfinal match held on Tuesday. The Indian contingent displayed remarkable skill

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Indian Shuttler PV Sindhu Advances in BWF World Tour Finals

India, 14 December 2025 — PV Sindhu, India's ace badminton player, has advanced to the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Guangzhou, China. Sindhu secured her place after a hard-fought victory against Spain's Carolina Marin in the group stage match on Tuesday. The match, which

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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty Secure Semifinal Spot in BWF World Tour Finals

India, 14 December 2025 — Indian badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have advanced to the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals being held in Bangkok, Thailand. The pair secured their place after a decisive victory over the Malaysian team of Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik on Thursday.

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Indian Shuttlers Advance in BWF World Tour Finals Group Stage

India, 14 December 2025 — Indian badminton players made significant strides in the ongoing BWF World Tour Finals in Guangzhou, China, with notable performances in the group stage matches. P.V. Sindhu, a former world champion, secured a crucial victory against her Chinese opponent, advancing her chances of reaching the semifinals.

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Lakshya Sen Reaches Quarterfinals at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 14 December 2025 — Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen has advanced to the quarterfinals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Beijing, China. The 24-year-old secured his spot by defeating Lee Zii Jia of Malaysia in a tightly contested match that ended with scores of 21-18, 13-21, 21-16 on Wednesday.

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India's Lakshya Sen Advances to Quarterfinals at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 14 December 2025 — Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen has advanced to the quarterfinals of the prestigious BWF World Tour Finals in Guangzhou, China. Sen secured his place after a hard-fought victory over Malaysia's Lee Zii Jia in an intense group stage match on Tuesday. Sen, currently ranked in

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India's HS Prannoy Advances to Quarterfinals of BWF World Tour Finals

India, 14 December 2025 — HS Prannoy secured a place in the quarterfinals of the BWF World Tour Finals after a decisive victory against Denmark's Anders Antonsen. The match took place in Bangkok, where the Indian shuttler triumphed with scores of 21-16, 21-18. Prannoy's performance was marked

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India Secures Victory Over South Africa in Badminton World Cup Quarterfinals

India, 14 December 2025 — The Indian badminton team triumphed over South Africa in the quarterfinals of the Badminton World Cup held in New Delhi on Tuesday. The Indian side, led by star player P.V. Sindhu, delivered a commanding performance, winning the series 3-1. Sindhu, along with Kidambi Srikanth, played

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India Wins Bronze at BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships

India, 14 December 2025 — The Indian badminton team secured a bronze medal at the BWF World Junior Mixed Team Championships in Spokane, USA, after defeating Indonesia in a closely contested match. The event concluded on 13 December 2025, marking a significant achievement for India's junior players on the

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India Shines at BWF World Championships with Historic Win

India, 15 December 2025 — Indian badminton player Prakash Raj secured a historic victory at the BWF World Championships in Copenhagen, Denmark, on Thursday. Raj triumphed over Denmark's Viktor Axelsen in a stunning three-set match, with scores of 21-18, 14-21, 21-19. This win marks Raj's first World

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PV Sindhu Withdraws from BWF World Tour Finals Due to Injury

India, 15 December 2025 — Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu has withdrawn from the ongoing BWF World Tour Finals taking place in Bangkok due to a foot injury. Sindhu, who was set to compete in the women's singles category, decided to pull out of the tournament following medical advice.

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HS Prannoy Advances to the Semifinals in BWF World Tour Finals

India, 15 December 2025 — HS Prannoy continued his impressive run at the BWF World Tour Finals, securing a place in the semifinals. The Indian shuttler defeated Japan's Kodai Naraoka in a thrilling match held on Thursday in Bangkok, Thailand. Prannoy clinched the victory with scores of 21-16, 21-18,

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India's Lakshya Sen Advances to Semifinals at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 15 December 2025 — Indian badminton player Lakshya Sen has advanced to the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Bangkok, Thailand, after a thrilling victory over Denmark's Anders Antonsen. Sen secured his place in the top four with a score of 21-19, 18-21, 21-16 in a

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India's Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty Clinch Historic Title at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 15 December 2025 — Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made history by becoming the first Indian doubles pair to win the BWF World Tour Finals title in Guangzhou, China. The duo secured the championship with a commanding performance against Japan's Takuro Hoki and Yugo Kobayashi, winning in straight

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Satwik-Chirag Pair Advances to Semifinals in BWF World Tour Finals

India, 16 December 2025 — The Indian men's doubles badminton pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have progressed to the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals, currently underway in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. The duo secured their spot with a hard-fought victory over the Indonesian pairing of Mohammad

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India's Prannoy Secures Spot in BWF World Tour Finals Semifinals

India, 16 December 2025 — Indian badminton player HS Prannoy has advanced to the semifinals of the BWF World Tour Finals, following his victory over Japan's Kodai Naraoka in the group stage. The match, held in Bangkok, saw Prannoy showcase resilience and skill, winning 21-15, 19-21, 21-12. This win

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HS Prannoy Advances to Semi-Finals at BWF World Tour Finals

India, 16 December 2025 — Indian badminton player HS Prannoy has secured a spot in the semi-finals of the BWF World Tour Finals in Bangkok, Thailand. On December 15, 2025, Prannoy delivered an impressive performance against his Chinese opponent Lu Guangzu, winning the match in straight games with scores of 21-15,