SHUTTLERS
PT Usha fails to get elected as SOM; Saina Nehwal, Anju Bobby George, Dola Banerjee, Rani Rampal voted in
Saina Nehwal was elected as one of four female Sportspersons of Merit in a recent election. Anju Bobby George, Rani Rampal, and Dola Banerjee also secured their positions as SOMs. PT Usha, the Indian Olympic Association President, received fewer votes and did not win a seat. Controversies emerged during the elections, leading to complaints about conduct and influence.
15 year old Tanvi Patri scripts history, enters Youth Olympic Games badminton final
Fifteen-year-old Tanvi Patri achieved a historic milestone by reaching the Youth Olympic Games final in women's singles. She defeated Japan's Yuzuno Watanabe in a thrilling semi-final match after three intense games. This victory guarantees India its first women's singles medal in badminton at the Youth Olympic Games. Tanvi will compete against Yi Xin Zhang of China for the gold medal in the final.
Popov the Champagne: Christo ended France’s 80-year wait for a French Open men’s singles champion before becoming the nation’s first world No. 1
Christo Popov achieved a historic milestone by winning the French Open men's singles title recently. He became the first homegrown French player to secure this title since 1946. Following this achievement, he rose to the world No. 1 ranking in badminton, marking a significant moment for French badminton. This accomplishment also highlights the effectiveness of the national badminton development program in France.
Asian Para Games: Sheetal Devi clinches compound para-archery gold; Bhavina-Shubham bag bronze in para table-tennis
Sheetal Devi secured a gold medal in the women's compound para-archery event at the Para Asian Games. She won by defeating Singapore's Nur Alim Syahidah with a score of 142-139. Earlier, Sheetal and Toman Kumar also won gold in the mixed team event. India has now achieved a total of 73 medals at the Games, including 17 gold medals. Other Indian athletes have also performed well, achieving various podium finishes.
Asian Para Games 2026: Para archers Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secures gold in compound mixed team event
Sheetal Devi and Toman Kumar secured the gold medal at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Japan. They achieved a narrow lead in the finals against Indonesia's Teodora Audi Ferelly and Ken Swagumilang. The Indian pair extended their advantage after each end and maintained a lead throughout the match. Earlier, they won a hard-fought semifinal against Chinese Taipei's Yun-hsien Lee and Jyun-kai Yang.
Asian Para Games: Suvarna Raj clinches gold in women's discus throw; para-shuttlers Manisha Ramadass, Pramod Bhagat settle for bronze
Suvarna Raj clinched the gold medal in the women's discus throw F54 event at the Asian Para Games. Her best throw was 15.66 metres, surpassing her competitors and marking India's 15th gold medal overall. Meanwhile, para-shuttlers Manisha Ramadass and Pramod Bhagat earned bronze in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 event. In archery, Swati Chaudhary won silver after a closely contested match against Mengkan Cen of China.
India's Para Asian Games contingent showcases 5,000 years of heritage
The Para Asian Games opening ceremony featured the Indian contingent wearing ceremonial blazers reflecting 5,000 years of heritage. Athletes Simran Sharma and Pramod Bhagat led the team while proudly carrying the national flag. The blazers incorporated motifs from the Indus Valley civilization and highlighted the historical significance of SaptSindhu. India has fielded a 281-member contingent to compete across various disciplines in the Games.
Denmark Open 2026: Tanvi Sharma, Treesa-Gayatri's quarter-final losses end India's campaign
Indian shuttlers' campaign at the Denmark Open 2026 ended in the quarter-finals on Friday, with Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Tanvi Sharma suffering defeats in women's doubles and women's singles, respectively.
Arctic Open 2026: PV Sindhu loses to Intanon in quarterfinals, India's campaign ends
PV Sindhu faced defeat against Ratchanok Intanon in the women's singles quarterfinals at the Arctic Open 2026. The match concluded with Intanon winning 21-11, 19-21, 21-18 after a competitive three-game encounter. Sindhu has now lost six consecutive matches against Intanon, who leads their head-to-head record. Additionally, Indian pair Krishna Prasad Garaga and Pruthvi Krishnamurthy Roy lost their men's doubles quarter-final match.
Asian Games 2026: Sindhu criticises badminton scheduling after playing 3 matches in 24 hours
PV Sindhu expressed her dissatisfaction with the badminton scheduling during the Asian Games, citing inadequate recovery time. She played three matches within 24 hours, which affected her performance and preparation. Many players, including Sindhu, faced similar challenges due to the tight schedule. Additionally, she noted the absence of player challenge provisions in her quarterfinal match, impacting line call accuracy.
PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda bow out in Asian Games quarters as India draw blank in individual badminton
Indian badminton players faced early exits in the individual competitions at the Asian Games after their matches. PV Sindhu lost to Tokyo Olympic champion Chen Yu Fei in the quarterfinals despite a strong start. Unnati Hooda was defeated by world champion Akane Yamaguchi in a closely contested quarterfinal match. Additionally, the women's doubles team of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand was eliminated by a Malaysian pair.
Asian Games 2026: India shines with Kabaddi Golds & Marathon Silver as it bags 7 medals in a day
Asian Games India medal tally: India had a remarkable day at the 2026 Asian Games, winning seven medals in total. The kabaddi teams successfully defended their titles, with both men and women claiming golds. Sawan Barwal achieved a historic silver in the men's marathon, breaking a national record. The women's 50m rifle 3 positions team and Tajinderpal Singh Toor also earned silver medals for India.
Sindhu, Ayush, Unnati progress; Lakshya exits Asian Games in second round
PV Sindhu and Ayush Shetty progressed to the pre-quarterfinals after winning their respective matches. Sindhu overcame Chiu Pin-chian in the second round with scores of 21-19 and 21-14. Meanwhile, Lakshya Sen faced a tough defeat against Loh Kean Yew, exiting the tournament in the second round. Unnati Hooda also advanced by defeating Malaysia's Ling Ching Wong. The Indian badminton team faced challenges as key players were eliminated in early rounds.
Asian Games 2026: Lakshya Sen bows out after three-game battle against Singapore's Loh Kean Yew
Lakshya Sen lost to Loh Kean Yew in the men's singles opening round at the Asian Games 2026. After leading initially, Sen struggled to secure a win in the first game, which Loh took with ease. Despite improving in the second game, Sen ultimately lost the deciding game, ending his campaign. Meanwhile, other Indian athletes are still competing in different events, including PV Sindhu in women's singles.
Asian Games 2026: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty reflect on mental struggles after their surprise exit
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy expressed disappointment over their loss to Thailand in the Asian Games opening round. He indicated that mental preparation is essential for their performance improvements going forward. Chirag Shetty acknowledged that they started well but failed to maintain their strategy in critical moments. They credited their opponents for maintaining pressure and capitalizing on their weaknesses during the match.
Asian Games 2026: Winning start for Indian shuttlers in individual events
Unnati Hooda secured a convincing win over North Korea's Mi Song Yu in her first round match. Meanwhile, the mixed doubles pair of Tanisha Crasto and Dhruv Kapila also triumphed against the Maldives duo. The Indian team experienced mixed results in the team events at the Asian Games. The women's squad led by P V Sindhu did not secure a medal this time.
Asian Games 2026: Tough draws for Lakshya, Sindhu; Satwik-Chirag eye another gold
India's badminton athletes, including Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu, are preparing for individual competitions at the Asian Games. Each player faces challenging draws, with expectations to recover from previous losses. Defending champions Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty have a favorable path to the semifinals. The Indian men's team secured a bronze medal after a semifinal loss against China.
Asian Games 2026: PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda lose, Treesa-Gayatri win as India lose 1-3
India's women's badminton team exited the Asian Games after a quarterfinal loss. Hosts Japan defeated India with a 3-1 victory in the crucial match. PV Sindhu, Unnati Hooda, and Tanvi Sharma lost their respective singles encounters. Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand secured India's lone win in the doubles tie. This defeat ended India's aspirations for a team medal at the games.
Veteran shuttler H S Prannoy says Aichi-Nagoya likely his last Asian Games
Veteran shuttler H S Prannoy anticipates the Asian Games will likely be his last major event. He will assess his chances for the Los Angeles Olympics over the next year. Chirag Shetty urges the men's team to aim for gold and play with aggression. The team aims to improve on their previous silver medal performance. Both players express excitement for representing India at the multi-sport event.
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