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Indian badminton players handed mixed draw in individual events at Asian Games

HANGZHOU: Star shuttlers HS Prannoy and PV Sindhu received first-round byes as India were handed a mixed draw in the individual events of badminton competition at the Asian Games here on Sunday.

The Times of India · Oct 1, 2023

Asian Games: India sign off with first-ever badminton team silver after losing to China in final

NEW DELHI: The absence of the injured HS Prannoy proved to be a major setback as the Indian men's badminton team valiantly fought but eventually lost 2-3 to powerhouse China at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Sunday.

The Times of India · Oct 1, 2023

Singles players help India set up final with China

Indian men made history by entering the final of the team event for the first time in the Asian Games.

The Times of India · Oct 1, 2023

HS Prannoy and Lakshya Sen make first-round exits from China Open

CHANGZHOU: World Championship bronze medallist HS Prannoy made a shock opening-round exit from the China Open Super 1000 badminton tournament after going down in three games to Malaysia's Ng Tze Yong here on Tuesday.

The Times of India · Sep 5, 2023

China Open: Sindhu out, Prannoy to lead Indian charge

HS Prannoy will spearhead the Indian challenge at the China Open BWF Super-1000 tournament, which begins in Changzhou on Tuesday. Prannoy, who stunned Viktor Axelsen and Loh Kean Yew to win bronze at the Worlds, is likely to meet the same opponents at the China Open.

The Times of India · Sep 5, 2023

Should ask my wife whether she's my lucky charm: HS Prannoy

HYDERABAD: Despite possessing abundant talent and working consistently, HS Prannoy did not get the desired results till recently. He led the way beating the Lin Dans and Lee Chong Weis when everyone thought they were invincible. But luck eluded him till 2022 as he hardly won a major title.

The Times of India · Aug 31, 2023

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The Hindu · Aug 30, 2023

India will be known as sporting country in 10-15 years: Sunil Gavaskar

India to become sporting country in 10-15 yrs: Gavaskar lauds Neeraj, Praggnanandhaa & Prannoy. He was elated to witness Chopra's gold medal win & backs Praggnanandhaa to win many accolades. He also warned against overlooking Sri Lanka in Asia Cup & said players must rest if they have niggles.

The Hindu · Aug 28, 2023

In 10-15 years, India will also be called a sporting country: Sunil Gavaskar

MUMBAI: At a time when Team India is gearing up for the Asia Cup and the World Cup, the stupendous performances of India’s top sportspersons in other disciplines have given the country plenty of reasons to celebrate.

The Times of India · Aug 28, 2023

The way Prannoy stepped up augurs great for Indian badminton, feels coach Guru Sai Dutt

Prannoy's coach, Guru Sai Dutt, reveals they are working to develop new strokes to keep Prannoy's winning momentum going. He is confident Prannoy can handle pressure and is getting better with each tournament. Gopi's inputs have been invaluable and the bronze at the World Championship is a huge boost for…

The Hindu · Aug 27, 2023