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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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Shoulder injury 'frustrating', but Satwik-Chirag vow to stay aggressive at home Worlds

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will play aggressively at the World Championships. The Indian pair aims for a better medal on home soil. Satwik manages a recurring shoulder injury which causes frustration. They will focus on the first four strokes of each rally. The duo embraces the home crowd and…

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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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Will wipe off few players, benefit few others: Pullela Gopichand on badminton's new scoring system

Badminton's scoring system will change from 21x3 to 15x3 next year. Coach Pullela Gopichand believes this shift will significantly impact players' strategies and performance. The new format will emphasize speed, power, and mental strength for all competitors. Doubles players are expected to experience the most critical changes in their game.…

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Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya unveils official mascot of BWF World Championships 'Peacko'

Union Minister for Youth Affairs & Sports Mansukh Mandaviya and Badminton Association of India (BAI) President and Chief Minister of Assam Himanta Biswa Sarma on Saturday unveiled the official mascot, Peacko, and launched the official championship anthem for the BWF World Championships, New Delhi 2026, marking the final 30-day countdown…

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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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Family, faith and resilience powered Satwik-Chirag's Singapore Open triumph

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured the Singapore Open title. This victory marks their first BWF World Tour crown since 2024. The win held deep personal significance for Satwik, finding comfort in a new family addition. Coach Tan Kim Her's tactical advice proved crucial in overcoming their…

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Satwik-Chirag end title drought with maiden Singapore Open crown

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have won their first Singapore Open title. They defeated Indonesia's Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Shohibul Fikri in a thrilling final. This victory marks their ninth career World Tour crown and their first title in two years. The world number four pair showed…

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Singapore Badminton Open 2026: PV Sindhu falls to nemesis An Se Young; Satwik-Chirag into semifinals

India's PV Sindhu exited the Singapore Open quarterfinals after a loss to Korea's An Se Young. However, the men's doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty secured a semifinal spot. They won a tough match against Malaysian opponents. The Indian duo will now face top seeds from Korea. Sindhu's defeat…

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Sindhu, Lakshya sail into Singapore Open quarters, Prannoy out

Indian shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen have reached the quarterfinals of the Singapore Open. Sindhu secured a dominant win, while Sen advanced due to his opponent's retirement. The men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also progressed. HS Prannoy's campaign ended after a late collapse in his…

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Satwik-Chirag save four championship points before settling for Thailand Open runner-up finish

Indian badminton stars Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty fought hard in the Thailand Open Super 500 men's doubles final. They saved four championship points against Indonesia's Leo Rolly Carnando and Daniel Marthin. The Indian pair ultimately finished as runners-up after a close contest. This marks another strong performance for the…

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Thailand Open 2026: PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag, Lakshya storm into quarterfinals

Three seeded Indian entries, including Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty (1), PV Sindhu (6), and Lakshya Sen (7), advanced to the quarterfinals of the Thailand Open on Thursday.

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All England Championships: Satwik-Chirag beat Danish pair to enter pre-quarterfinals

India's top men's doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty progressed to the second round at the All England Championships after defeating Denmark's Daniel Lundgaard and Mads Vestergaard on Wednesday.

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All England: India pin hopes on Satwik-Chirag pairing

Battling indifferent form and dwindling fortunes, Indian shuttlers face a daunting task at the All England Championships beginning in Birmingham on Tuesday. Even as they look to end a 24-year-old drought at the All England, the last two years have been forgettable for Indian shuttlers.

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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.

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India Open: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, Chirag Shetty keep flag flying, storm into semis

Sindhu, Kiran crash out

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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty in India Open semis; PV Sindhu, Kiran George bow out

NEW DELHI: Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu fought valiantly but faced disappointment in her quarterfinal clash at the India Open Super 750 badminton tournament on Friday.

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India Open: Sindhu marches on

Kiran George, Satwik-Chirag also cruise to quarters

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India Open: PV Sindhu makes winning return, Satwik and Chirag survive tough test

NEW DELHI: With her husband Venkata Datta Sai cheering from the stands, double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu found that extra gear at crucial junctures of the second game to get the better of Chinese Taipei’s Sung Shuo Yun 21-14, 22-20 and advance to the second round of the India Open…

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India Open: Axelsen, Young lead star-studded field

NEW DELHI: After a year that can at best be termed a "mixed bag" for Indian badminton, the country's top shuttlers will look to kick off 2025 on a high note as the India Open Super 750 tournament begins here at the KD Jadhav Indoor Stadium on Tuesday.

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Malaysia Open: Satwik-Chirag crash out

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty crashed out of the Malaysia Open BWF Super-1000 tournament in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. The Indians were outplayed in the semifinals by unseeded South Koreans Kim Won Ho and Jae Seung Seo 21-10, 21-15 in 40 minutes.

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