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Keeping the flame alive in badminton: From Jwala-Ashwini to Treesa-Gayatri, India’s women’s doubles story finds another chapter on the Worlds podium

Indian women's doubles pair Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured a bronze medal at the BWF World Championships. This achievement marks a significant return for Indian women's doubles on the world stage. The unseeded duo overcame strong opponents to confirm their medal position. Their performance offers a bright spot amidst…

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Ayush Shetty registers biggest win of his career, stuns world no.1 Shi Yu Qi

In a stunning turn of events, Ayush Shetty triumphed over world number one Shi Yu Qi, marking a significant upset in the tournament. Meanwhile, V Sindhu smoothly advanced in the women’s singles, and the women’s doubles duo Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand clinched an effortless victory. Additionally, Hariharan Amsakarunan and…

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BWF World Championships return to India after 17 years; Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag lead home charge

New Delhi will host the BWF World Championships 2026 starting Monday. PV Sindhu and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty will lead the Indian contingent. Sindhu aims for another medal after winning the Japan Open recently. Satwik-Chirag seeks their maiden world title after previous bronze medals. Lakshya Sen also represents India in men's…

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Worlds Apart: Indian badminton's medal hopes rise against global competition

India hosts the BWF World Championships with a strong medal-winning legacy. Chinese dominance has waned, creating an open field for many contenders. Indian players like PV Sindhu and Satwik-Chirag aim for podium finishes. The men's singles category presents a challenging and unpredictable draw for all. The tournament promises exciting matches…

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"Don't put much expectation...": Indian doubles coach Tan Kim Her to Satwik-Chirag ahead of BWF World Championships

Indian doubles coach Tan Kim confirms Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is fully fit for the championships. The focus for Satwik and Chirag Shetty is to take it one match at a time. Ayush Shetty faces defending champion Shi Yuqi in an exciting first-round match. PV Sindhu has struck form and avoids top…

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From dream to debut: Four Indian shuttlers ready for World Championships bow at home

Four Indian badminton players will debut at the BWF World Championships hosted in India. Ayush Shetty faces a tough opening round against the world number one player. Unnati Hooda, a young prospect, competes in the women's singles event. Simran Singhi and Kavipriya Selvam represent India in women's doubles.

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Ayush, Unnati, Lakshya bow out in dismal day for India at Japan Open

Indian shuttlers Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda fought gallantly before exiting the Japan Open. Lakshya Sen also lost in straight games, marking a disappointing day for India. Ayush Shetty showed grit but ultimately lost to the second seed in a long match. Unnati Hooda faced her second defeat against Huang…

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Satwik-Chirag return to spearhead India's campaign at Japan Open

India's top men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lead the contingent. They aim to continue their winning momentum after a recent title victory. Lakshya Sen and P V Sindhu will spearhead the singles challenge for the nation. Ayush Shetty faces a tough opening match against a strong opponent.…

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PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag to headline India's Asian Games squad

India's top badminton stars PV Sindhu and the men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will lead the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya Asian Games. Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, and Kidambi Srikanth are also set to compete. The squad features a mix of experienced players and emerging talent.

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PV Sindhu eyes title breakthrough, Ayush Shetty leads men's single charge at Australian Open 2026

Two-time Olympic-medallist PV Sindhu aims to end her title drought at the Australian Open. Rising star Ayush Shetty spearheads the men's singles campaign. Several other Indian players are competing across various categories. The tournament begins on Tuesday. Sindhu faces a favorable draw as she seeks her first BWF World Tour…

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Singapore Open 2026: Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu lead Indian challenge

India's top badminton players Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu are set to compete at the Singapore Open Super 750. They aim to break their title drought and regain consistent form. Other Indian players like Ayush Shetty, Kidambi Srikanth, and HS Prannoy are also set to feature in the tournament. The…

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Satwik-Chirag advance at Indonesia Masters with straight-games victory

India's accomplished pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advanced to the second round with a commanding 21-16, 21-15 victory over Chen Zhi Ray and Lin Yu Chieh from Chinese Taipei at the Indonesia Masters Super 500 badminton tournament on Wednesday.

The Times of India

Sathish’s career has seen an upswing in 2023, thanks to four title-winning runs

Sathish Kumar's rise to success in badminton, from his humble beginnings to his first Super 100 title at the Odisha Masters tournament.

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Badminton National Championship | Lakshya Sen will be the star attraction

Lakshya Sen to compete in 76th Inter-State-Inter-Zonal & 85th Senior National Badminton Championships, with AAI & Indian Railways teams as favourites.

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Tara Shah, Ayush Shetty move into quarters at Badminton World Junior Championships

In the girls’ singles category, Tara delivered a dominant performance and cruised to a 21-8, 21-7 win over Lucie Krulová of the Czech Republic in just 25 minutes, while Ayush defeated Jamal Rahmat Pandi of the Philippines 21-16, 21-12 in the boys’ singles.

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Tara, Ayush extend their winning streak at Badminton World Junior Championships

In boys’ singles, Ayush showed great composure to register a 21-14, 13-21, 21-19 win over Indonesia’s Muhammad Reza Al Fajri.

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Unnati, Ayush lead India's domination in individual events at Badminton World Junior Championships

Ayush, on the other hand, also secured a convincing 21-6 21-13 win against Italy’s Simone Piccinin in the boys singles first round.

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India squad departs for U.S. to participate in BWF World Junior Championships

India's 16-member badminton squad left for USA to compete in the BWF World Junior Championships. The squad features Odisha Open 2022 champion Unnati Hooda and two-time U-19 All India Junior Ranking champion Ayush Shetty. The 3-week training camp was aimed at strengthening skills and team bonding. The tournament will start…

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Junior Indian badminton players' US trip hits visa hurdle

NEW DELHI: Twenty four members of the Indian badminton contingent, led by two-time U-19 All India ranking champion Ayush Shetty and Unnati Hooda – the youngest shuttler from the country to win a BWF World Tour title – are having sleepless nights after the US embassy in New Delhi refused…

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Sankar Muthuswamy, a step closer to title

Sankar Muthuswamy (TN) reached the men's singles final of the 77th South Zone inter-State badminton championship without having to work hard as Ayush Shetty (Ktk) retired midway through the first set. He will face P. Saahas Kumar of Telangana

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India's campaign ends in team event of Badminton Asia Junior Championships

NEW DELHI: India's mixed team campaign at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships came to an end as they suffered a 1-3 defeat against Indonesia in the quarterfinals in Yogyakarta, Indonesia on Monday.

The Times of India

India crush Bangladesh 5-0 in Badminton Asia Junior Championships opener

NEW DELHI: India made an impressive start to their campaign at the Badminton Asia Junior Championships in Yogyakarta, Indonesia, securing a resounding 5-0 victory over Bangladesh on Friday.

The Times of India

BAI announces India squad for Badminton Asia Junior Championships

NEW DELHI: The Badminton Association of India (BAI) on Friday announced the squad for the upcoming Asia Junior Championships in Indonesia, with standout players Tara Shah and Ayush Shetty leading the team.

The Hindu

Saneeth and Drithi take the honours

Tushar and Methini lift under-19 singles titles

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Patience pays for Saneeth against Sankar

Rujula to play Drithi in under-19 girls final

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