NEW DELHI: In a thrilling display of resilience and determination, HS Prannoy secured a spot in the semifinals of the men's singles badminton event at the Asian Games, guaranteeing India a medal. Despite battling a back injury, Prannoy, ranked world no.7, delivered a gritty performance to overcome Malaysia's Lee Zii Jia, ranked world no.16, in a marathon quarterfinal clash that lasted 78 minutes.
Prannoy's victory in the quarterfinals is particularly significant as it marks the first men's singles badminton medal for India at the Asian Games since Syed Modi's bronze in the 1982 New Delhi edition. The Indian shuttler's achievement is a testament to his determination and skill on the court.
