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Pullela Gopichand calls for shorter nationals

Head coach feels lucrative prize money better scheduling could draw top stars

The Times of India

'India shouldn't send team for 2026 Commonwealth Games': Pullela Gopichand, Vimal Kumar react after badminton removed from CWG programme

The Commonwealth Games Federation's (CGF) decision to axe as many as 12 sports from the Glasgow 2026 programme has invited sharp response from India's celebrated coaches Pullela Gopichand and Vimal Kumar, who have urged the country to boycott the Games.

The Times of India

Shuttler Anmol Kharb quietly announces arrival on big stage

HYDERABAD: Amid the uneasy quiet caused by Saina Nehwal's repeated hints at retirement and PV Sindhu's indifferent form of late, Anmol Kharb has quietly announced her arrival on the big stage with two back-to-back titles.

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Indian shuttle service breakdown as badminton draws a blank at Paris Olympics

India was expected to win at least two badminton medals in Paris but they returned empty-handed. Chief coach Pullela Gopichand, who has been at the helm since 2006, was disappointed with the Indian shuttlers' show.

The Times of India

Paris Olympics: How supportive parents helped mould Indian badminton stars

NEW DELHI: Clifford Crasto left his 15-year-old daughter Tanisha at the Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad six summers ago, expecting the academy would help her realize her budding badminton ambitions while being far from home in Dubai.

The Times of India

Paris Olympics: Satwik-Chirag get a favourable draw

HYDERABAD: Top Indian doubles shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were placed in Group C and are expected to reach the quarterfinals without breaking any sweat.

The Times of India

Satwik-Chirag got a decent draw for Paris Olympics, says India's chief coach Pullela Gopichand

HYDERABAD: Top Indian doubles shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty were placed in Group C and are expected to reach the quarterfinals without breaking any sweat.

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Prakash Padukone is set to travel to Paris Olympics as badminton squad mentor

NEW DELHI: Prakash Padukone, a renowned figure in Indian badminton, will accompany the 15-member national team to the Paris Olympics as a mentor. The prestigious event is slated to commence on July 26.

The Times of India

"Sports teaches you friendship, respect, solidarity": Abhinav Bindra

Kolkata Indian Olympic gold medalist shooter Abhinav Bindra talked about the impact of sports, saying that it teaches people friendship, respect and solidarity and can shape people while making them health conscious. Read further story on Dynamite News.

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Meet the TOISA 2023 Jury

NEW DELHI: Celebrating and rewarding the success stories written by Indian sportspersons last year, the Times of India Sports Awards (TOISA) returns for its sixth edition on February 23, when the players and performances selected by the TOISA 2023 Jury will be awarded at a gala ceremony in the heart…

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Badminton Asia Team Championships: India clinch historic gold

Teen shuttler Anmol once again wins deciding rubber as women beat Thailand for maiden Asian Team Championships crown

The Times of India

After Saina and Sindhu did India get another 'Anmol'

HYDERABAD: After Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu did India get another 'Anmol'? A look at the recent performances of Anmol Kharb makes one believe that the 17-year-old from Faridabad is destined for bigger things in life.

The Times of India

Badminton Asia Team Championships: Indian women assured of a medal, men bow out

Indian women assured themselves of a medal at the Badminton Asia Team Championships (BATC) as they cruised past Hong Kong 3-0 in the quarterfinals at Shah Alam in Malaysia on Friday. But it was heartbreak for Indian men as they lost to Japan in the quarterfinals.

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Don't make Olympic qualification primary goal, focus on process, says chief coach Gopichand

NEW DELHI: Chief national badminton coach Pullela Gopichand on Tuesday offered advice to Indian players, urging them not to become overly fixated on Paris Olympic qualification.

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Satwik-Chirag need not do anything different, Prannoy peaking at right time: Gopichand

HYDERABAD: The race to Paris is gaining momentum as Indian shuttlers will be keen to make the cut for the Olympics as quickly as possible. Barring Sindhu and the women's doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand, who are recovering from injuries, all the other Indian probables will be…

The Times of India

Frankly, I feel tired and bored of coaching sometimes: Gopichand

HYDERABAD: Chief coach Pullela Gopichand marshalled his boys to win the first gold and team silver at the Asian Games. Appointed in 2006 to guide the team for the 2010 Commonwealth Games, Gopichand has continued as his wards started winning medals at all big events year after year.

The Times of India

'Sometimes people don't know what happens behind the scenes': HS Prannoy on his Asian Games exploits

NEW DELHI: In a display of unwavering determination and extraordinary resilience, HS Prannoy's journey at the Hangzhou Asian Games has left an indelible mark on the world of badminton. His emotional embrace with coach Pullela Gopichand, after clinching his maiden bronze medal, has become one of the most poignant moments…

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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, the twin kings of badminton

Achieve a feat which eluded Indian badminton since the sport's introduction at Asiad in 1962

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Satwik and Chirag have one hand on gold

Prannoy settles for bronze in singles

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India falter after taking 2-0 lead, finish second

Chinese wall of noise, injuries take toll as shuttlers win first-ever silver in men's team badminton

The Times of India

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

For shuttlers, Asiad tougher than Olympics: Gopichand

Chief coach Gopichand hopes for best-ever show from badminton contingent

The Times of India

BWF World Championships: Satwik-Chirag lead Indian charge

HYDERABAD: Ten medals in ten years and the Indians are yearning for more as the BWF World Championships kick off in Copenhagen on Monday. Led by the indomitable PV Sindhu, Indian shuttlers ruled the roost at the Worlds, winning at least a medal at every edition since 2013.

The Times of India

Satwik-Chirag lead Indian charge at badminton World Championships

Ten medals in ten years and the Indians are yearning for more as the BWF World Championships kick off in Copenhagen on Monday. Led by the indomitable PV Sindhu, Indian shuttlers ruled the roost at the Worlds, winning at least a medal at every edition since 2013.

The Hindu

Over 500 orthopaedic surgeons participate in 2-day international conference

At Yashoda Hospitals' two-day Int'l conf. & live workshop on Lower Limb Joint Preservation, 500+ orthopaedic surgeons from across India gathered. Coach Pullela Gopichand highlighted 180M Indians affected by arthritis, 14% seeking medical help annually. Event offered unique chance to explore advanced joint preservation techniques, presented by esteemed int'l &…

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