BADMINTON PLAYER
Can't judge any player from last 6-7 months results: Saina backs Sindhu for Olympic medal
Saina Nehwal supports P V Sindhu's Olympic prep, emphasizing fitness amid knee recovery and post-injury inconsistencies. Sindhu, training in Germany, lost the Malaysia Masters final. Nehwal highlights contenders Carolina Marin, Tai Tzu Ying, An Se Young, and sees medal prospects for Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, and HS Prannoy in Paris Games men's events.
China's 17-year-old badminton player Zhang Zhijie dies of cardiac arrest on court
While competing at the Asian Junior Championship in Yogyakarta, Zhang tragically collapsed on the court. He was immediately provided medical assistance and transported to a hospital in Yogyakarta, where he was later declared deceased. PBSI spokesperson Broto Happy shared this information on Monday, as reported by state news agency Antara.
India's first badminton world champ, P V Sindhu, ready for long grind in search of third Olympic medal
She is particularly struck by how defensive the game has become with longer rallies making it a test of fitness and endurance. "The game was very attacking but now it's more of a rally game ... and defence has become so strong that you need to prepare for longer rallies.
HS Prannoy's quarterfinal loss ends India's Australian Open campaign
Prannoy, the world number 10 shuttler, lost to Japan's Kodai Naraoka, the world number sixth by 21-19, 21-13 in two straight games in an hour, as per Olympics.com.
It's all very sporting, but isn't it time we made a new racquet?
Humans invented sports out of sheer boredom with their tools and rules, driving them to add more variety to games. It’s high time we take more shots at tweaking them again..
Indonesia Open: PV Sindhu crashes out after losing in first round
Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu faced a first-round exit at the Indonesia Open 2024, losing to Taiwan’s Wen Chi Hsu 21-15, 15-21, 21-14. The match lasted over an hour. This follows her second-round defeat at the Singapore Open against Carolina Marin. Sindhu, currently ranked 12th, has been struggling with recent performances. In women's doubles, Indian pair Rutaparna and Swetaparna Panda also faced a first-round defeat against South Korea's Kim So Yeong and Kong Hee Yong.
- Go To Page 1
Stupa Sports Analytics raises Rs 28 crore from Centre Court Capital, Peer Capital
Founded in 2020, Stupa Sports Analytics provides games federations and sports teams with analytics of player performance data, broadcasting capabilities and sports digitisation tools through its various platforms.
Five Olympic 2024 quotas for Indian badminton players
Indian badminton players, including former world champion PV Sindhu, have secured five quotas for the Paris 2024 Olympics, according to the Badminton World Federation's 'Race to Paris' Ranking List. Sindhu, a silver medalist from the 2016 and Tokyo 2020 Olympics, finished in 12th spot. The list includes 35 shuttlers, including continental representation. In the men's singles competition, HS Prannoy and Commonwealth Games champion Lakshya Sen received their quotas.
India’s badminton prospects in 2024 Paris Games look good
India's best badminton players, including HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty, Ashwini Ponappa, and Tanisha Crasto, are gearing up for the 2024 Paris Games, aiming to surpass previous Olympic medal counts. It is widely believed that the No. 1 ranked pair of Satwik and Chirag are going to be India’s strongest contenders in Paris. Their recent record in France is remarkable, having emerged victorious at the French Open (March 5-10), which was held at the same venue as the Olympics.
Taapsee Pannu weds beau Mathias Boe in a hush-hush wedding at Udaipur
The 'Dunki' actress decided to keep her wedding low-key and fuss-free. The event was attended by family and some close friends. Pannu met Boe, who is a renowned badminton player in 2013.
‘Sindhu can handle pressure. She needs belief’ India’s badminton legend Prakash Padukone
It’s given me a lot of very critical information which I’ll use going forward. It is one thing to see videos and try to help them but a very different thing to be courtside real time and make a difference. I’m there to ensure my players play the right shots at the right time. At the elite level, everyone has their range of strokes. But not everyone uses the right stroke at the right time. They may create an opening but then give the point away by not playing the right stroke. Strategy and execution is what I aim to help with from the courtside.
PM Modi lauds performance of Punjab's 15-year-old badminton player Tanvi Sharma
In a letter to the badminton player, Modi, on behalf of the entire nation, extended his heartfelt congratulations to the young athlete, recognising her outstanding achievement on the international stage.
Indian shuttler B Sai Praneeth retires from international badminton
B Sai Praneeth, a bronze medallist at the World Championships, retired from international badminton due to nagging injuries. He won the 2017 Singapore Open and a bronze medal at the 2019 World Championships. Praneeth reached a career-best ranking of world number 10 and represented India at the Tokyo Olympics.
Viral video: Man ditches racquet, you won't believe what he used to win this badminton match; Internet calls him 'legend'
A hilarious video has taken social media by storm, showcasing a man playing badminton with an unorthodox weapon - a broom! Shared by Jatin Sharma ("Badminton Lovers" on Instagram), the clip features him effortlessly maneuvering the broom on the court, keeping up with a conventional badminton game.
Father before coach: Don’t want to lose my daughter by being her coach, says Gopichand on Gayatri
India's doubles pair of Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly were marginally behind -- 10-11 -- at halfway stage in the decider of the second rubber of the Badminton Asia Team Championships final against Thailand last Sunday. It was an important game for the women's team's maiden title. PV Sindhu had won the first singles to give India the lead.
‘How did I get here?’ To Princeton from Tibet, one Tennis player’s remarkable journey
Nidunjianzan grew up playing tennis in Tibet. Or not exactly. Because there are no tennis courts in Tibet. This is partially because of the altitude. Tennis balls often deflate/explode on impact, which makes playing tennis a little tricky. Fnu goes by Top. Not because of topspin, though that would be badass. No, it’s because his older sister, Fnu Youjia, fancied a South Korean rapper, Choi Seung-hyun, who went by T.O.P. Fnu became Top and Top he remains.
China, India seal Asian badminton team titles
China's men's team were crowned winners of the Badminton Asia Team Championships after they dispatched Malaysia 3-0 in a one-sided final Sunday. Despite that, they were far too superior for the rest having beaten Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, South Korea and finally Malaysia on their home turf.
Indian women beat Thailand 3-2 in final, clinch historic gold in Badminton Asia Team Championships
Anmol Kharb led the Indian women's team to victory in the Badminton Asia Team Championships final against Thailand. The team showed great resilience and defeated the two-time bronze medallists to clinch their maiden gold medal.
Anmol Kharb is brave and intelligent: Pullela Gopichand
Anmol Kharb, the 17-year-old badminton player from Faridabad, impressed Chief National Coach Pullela Gopichand with her fearless and intelligent play at the Asia Team Championships. Her recent win against world number 29 Natsuki Nidaira helped India reach its first-ever final in the prestigious tournament. Gopichand praised Anmol's ability to beat top players and her natural bravery and intelligence on the court. He also commended the Indian women's team for their phenomenal performance, especially the doubles pair of Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly, who defeated world number 6 pair from Japan.
Mind Over Money: How badminton, meditation, cricket shaped this market veteran's mind who started his investing journey at 14
Devang Mehta, a seasoned Director of Equity Advisory at Spark Capital Private Wealth Management, shares his secrets to mental resilience and the importance of personal passions and professional rigour in a candid conversation with ETMarkets for Mind Over Money.
Prannoy mentally very strong, I see him as dark horse at Olympics: Denmark's head coach
Denmark's head coach Kenneth Jonassen believes that HS Prannoy, who had a remarkable season in 2023, will be one of the dark horses at the Paris Olympics. Prannoy's recent achievements include winning bronze medals at the Asian Games and World Championships, claiming his first super 500 title at the Malaysia Masters, and finishing as the runner-up at the Australia Open. Jonassen describes Prannoy as having an all-round game and being mentally strong. He also praises Prannoy's physical appearance and his confidence.
Satwik-Chirag duo India’s biggest hope for a badminton medal at 2024 Paris Olympics
India's men's doubles badminton pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, have emerged as the country's medal hopes for the Olympics. With tactical tweaks from their coach Mathias Boe, they have transformed into a dominating pair. In the ongoing India Open, they defeated world No. 25 Chinese Taipei pair and No. 5 Denmark pair to secure a spot in the quarterfinals. They have a chance to claim the world No. 1 spot if they win the tournament.
India Open: Satwik-Chirag enters final, erratic Prannoy bows out
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, former champions, advanced to the final of the India Open Super 750 tournament by defeating Tokyo Olympics bronze medallists Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik. They will face Koreans Kang Min Hyuk and Seo Seung Jae in the summit clash. In another match, HS Prannoy was outplayed by China's Shi Yu Qi. Shi Yu Qi will compete against Hong Kong's Lee Cheuk Yiu in the Super 750 men's singles final. In the women's singles, China's Chen Yu Fei and Chinese Taipei's Tai Tzu Ying will face each other in a rematch of the Tokyo Olympics summit clash.
AI-robot designer to Pakhawaj player, 19 children to be presented national awards on Monday
Another awardee Garima from Haryana, a visually impaired girl, is committed to providing education to underprivileged children through her initiative called "Sakshar Pathshala." Jyotsna Aktar from Tripura challenges societal norms and actively fights against child marriage, advocating for education and empowering other girls in her community.
Asian Games 2023: Indian badminton players handed mixed draw in individual events
Indian badminton players HS Prannoy and PV Sindhu have received first-round byes in the individual events at the Asian Games. Prannoy, ranked seventh in the world, will face Batdavaa Munkhbat of Mongolia in the second round, while Sindhu, ranked seventh seed in women's singles, will open her campaign against Wen Chi Hsu of Chinese Taipei in the second round. The draw also revealed the opponents for Indian doubles pairs, with Chirag Shetty and Satwik Rankireddy set to face Lui Chun Wai and Chow Hin Long of Hong Kong in the first round.
Best Badminton Racquets to unleash your potential and elevate your game
Elevate your badminton performance to new heights with the premium selection of badminton racquets. Designed for both beginners and seasoned players, these racquets offer a winning combination of power, accuracy, and control. Whether you're smashing, clearing, or dropping, these racquets ensure superior performance on the court. Don't miss the chance to dominate your opponents and enjoy an edge in every game. Invest in the best badminton racquets today and experience the difference in your gameplay.
10 Best Badminton Kits in India: Ace your Game with our Top Picks (2023)
Elevate your badminton experience with this carefully curated list of the best badminton kits in India. These kits have been designed to enhance your performance on the court. They typically include high-performance rackets that cater to various playing styles, premium shuttlecocks for consistent flight and durability, comfortable and secure grip options, and other essential accessories to keep you prepared during every game. Get ready to ace your game with these top badminton kits.
Load More
