Badminton

Tanvi Sharma enters quarterfinals after shocking former world champion Okuhara

Tanvi Sharma, 16, stunned former World No 1 Nozomi Okuhara in a thrilling three-game battle at the Syed Modi International 2025. The World Juniors silver medallist rallied to win 13-21, 21-16, 21-19, advancing to the quarterfinals Hyderabad: The 16-year-old Tanvi Sharma lit up the third day of the Syed Modi International 2025 with a career-defining victory, shocking former World No 1, former World Champion and Olympic medallist Nozomi Okuhara in a gripping three-game battle in Lucknow on Thursday. The World Juniors silver medallist showed remarkable grit, rallying from a game down to claim a memorable 13-21, 21-16, 21-19 win in just under an hour — the biggest result of her young career, sealing her place in the quarterfinals. The upsets did…

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Peter Gade joins Saina Nehwal to promote badminton initiative in India

Saina Nehwal and Peter Gade headlined the opening of The Legends’ Vision – Legacy Tour India at Delhi’s Sirifort Complex. The event launched A Racquet’s Second Life, inspiring juniors and promoting badminton’s growth through legacy, youth and community-driven initiatives Hyderabad: Delhi witnessed a landmark moment for Indian badminton today as Saina Nehwal and Peter Gade took centre court at the Sirifort DDA Squash and Badminton Complex, igniting the opening day of The Legends’ Vision – Legacy Tour India. A spirited convergence of legacy, youth and purpose reminded everyone how powerful the sport becomes when its greatest champions stand shoulder to shoulder with its youngest dreamers. Legends’ Vision Ambassadors Parupalli Kashyap, Anand Pawar, Aparna Popat and Sayali Gokhale also took the court…

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India’s para badminton stars shine at HULIC DAIHATSU Japan Para Badminton International

Pramod Bhagat dominated the HULIC DAIHATSU Japan Para Badminton International 2025, winning three gold medals in men’s singles, men’s doubles, and mixed doubles. Krishna Nagar added two golds, while Sukant Kadam earned gold in doubles and silver in singles Hyderabad: India’s para badminton stars delivered a commanding performance at the HULIC DAIHATSU Japan Para Badminton International 2025, with Pramod Bhagat leading the charge by securing three gold medals in singles, doubles, and mixed doubles. Tokyo Paralympic champion Krishna Nagar followed with two golds, winning both in singles and mixed doubles, while Sukant Kadam bagged a gold in men’s doubles along with a silver in singles. Pramod Bhagat was the standout performer of the championship, sweeping all three gold medals in…

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Diya Chitale & Manush Shah make history by qualifying for WTT Finals 2025

India’s Diya Chitale and Manush Shah have etched their names in history by becoming the first Indian pair to qualify for the WTT Finals 2025 in Hong Kong Hyderabad: India’s table tennis stars Diya Chitale and Manush Shah have made history by becoming the first-ever Indian pair to qualify for the prestigious WTT Finals, the season-ending event that brings together the sport’s very best. Diya, the reigning National Champion and the highest-ranked Indian paddler at Ultimate Table Tennis Season 6, and Manush, the current Men’s National Champion and one of India’s most consistent international performers, have secured their spots at the WTT Finals 2025, to be held in Hong Kong from December 10 to 14. The WTT Finals represent the pinnacle…

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India guaranteed at least one gold in Badminton Asia U-17 and U-15 Championships

India is assured of at least one gold medal in the Badminton Asia Under-17 and U-15 Championships, with Diksha Sudhakar and Lakshya Rajesh securing final spots in the girls’ U-17 category. Shaina Manimuthu also reached the girls’ U-15 final Hyderabad: India were assured of a gold medal in the girls’ under-17 category of the Badminton Asia Under-17 and 15 Years Championships after sixth seed Diksha Sudhakar and eighth seed Lakshya Rajesh registered straight-game victories in their respective semifinals in Chengdu on Saturday. With top seed Shaina Manimuthu also reaching the girls’ U-15 final, India will now have a chance to bring home two gold medals. The Indian contingent was already assured of five medals ahead of Saturday’s semifinal matches. In the…

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India dominates Australian Para Badminton International 2025 with multiple golds

India showcased dominance at the Yonex Australian Para Badminton International 2025, led by Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam. Bhagat won two golds, Kadam one gold and silver, while other Indian athletes claimed multiple gold and silver medals across categories. Hyderabad: India reaffirmed its supremacy in global para-badminton with a stellar showing at the Yonex Australian Para Badminton International 2025, led by superstars Pramod Bhagat and Sukant Kadam. Bhagat bagged two gold medals, while Kadam impressed with one gold and one silver, as India swept multiple categories to finish atop the standings. In the Men’s Singles SL3 final, Pramod Bhagat produced a clinical performance to defeat compatriot Manoj Sarkar in straight sets (21–15, 21–17). The 27-minute encounter highlighted Bhagat’s unmatched tactical sharpness — mixing…

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India’s young shuttlers shine on Day 2 of Badminton Asia U-17 & U-15 Championships 2025

India’s young shuttlers advanced impressively on Day 2 of the Badminton Asia U-17 & U-15 Championships 2025, with standout performances in singles and doubles securing multiple Round of 16 berths. Top seeds and doubles pairs maintained strong winning momentum. Hyderabad: India’s young shuttlers continued their impressive run on Day 2 of the Badminton Asia Under-17 & Under-15 Championships 2025, with several standout performances securing Round of 16 berths across categories. In the Under-17 girls’ singles, Lakshya Rajesh and Diksha Sudhakar turned in solid displays to storm into the pre-quarters. Lakshya eased past Chinese Taipei’s Kuan Yi Lin 21-17, 21-11, while Diksha produced a strong comeback to beat China’s Luo Ya Ru 17-21, 21-16, 21-11. Among the boys, Jagsher Singh Khangurra impressed…

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Lakshya Sen falls to Nhat Nguyen in first round of French Open; Rohan and Ruthvika win

Lakshya Sen was eliminated in the first round of the French Open Super 750 after losing 7-21, 16-21 to Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen. However, Rohan Kapoor and Ruthvika Shivani Gadde secured a 21-12, 21-19 win in mixed doubles Paris: Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen was knocked out in the first round of the French Open Super 750 badminton tournament after suffering a straight-game defeat to Ireland’s Nhat Nguyen in the men’s singles here on Tuesday. Lakshya, who had made it to the finals of the Hong Kong Open earlier this year, looked off-colour from the start and succumbed to a 7-21, 16-21 loss to the world No. 29 Nhat. The 24-year-old from Almora struggled with his rhythm throughout the match, repeatedly hitting wide…

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Indian shuttlers inspire juniors ahead of BWF World Championships in Guwahati

Top Indian shuttlers HS Prannoy, Lakshya Sen and Ashwini Ponnappa sent motivational messages to the 25-member Indian squad preparing for the BWF World Junior Championships in Guwahati, urging them to focus, enjoy the competition, and make use of home advantage Hyderabad: India’s top shuttlers, including former BWF World Junior Championships medallists HS Prannoy and Lakshya Sen along with Olympian and women’s doubles shuttler Ashwini Ponnappa, recorded special messages of encouragement for the 25-member Indian squad that is training at the National Centre of Excellence in Guwahati for the upcoming YONEX SUNRISE BWF World Junior Championships, urging them to enjoy themselves and trust their preparations. The BWF World Junior Championships 2025 will be played in Guwahati, Assam, from October 6 to 19,…

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Bhagat, Kadam, Nagar shine at China Para Badminton International

Pramod Bhagat won gold in Men’s Singles SL3, while Sukant Kadam and Krishna Nagar claimed silver at the China Para Badminton International 2025. The performances underline India’s growing presence and dominance on the global para badminton stage Hyderabad: Pramod Bhagat, Sukant Kadam and Krishna Nagar brought glory to India at the China Para Badminton International 2025 with remarkable performances, highlighting skill, determination and fighting spirit. Their medal-winning feats underlined India’s growing dominance on the global para badminton stage. Ace shuttler Pramod Bhagat made a golden comeback after 18 months, clinching the Men’s Singles SL3 gold medal. Facing stiff competition from Indonesia’s Muh Al Imran, Pramod lost the first set 15-2 but bounced back brilliantly to win 21-19, 21-16, sealing the gold…

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