'I Told Her to Win it for Me': PV Sindhu's Father Happy with Her Historic Olympic Win
3 years, 4 months ago

'I Told Her to Win it for Me': PV Sindhu's Father Happy with Her Historic Olympic Win

News 18  

PV Sindhu wrote her name in the history books as she won the bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics on Sunday with a straight sets victory against China’s He Bingjiao. After her silver medal show in the previous Olympics at Rio, she won a bronze to become only the second Indian and first Indian woman to win two individual medals at the Games. Sindhu’s father was happy with her daughter’s big win and thanked her coach Park Tae-sung. Happy that she is the first Indian woman to win back-to-back Olympic medals,” Ramana told News18.

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PV Sindhu-Venkata Datta Sai wedding: India’s badminton star reveals why she wanted to marry after Paris Olympics
2 days, 5 hours ago

PV Sindhu-Venkata Datta Sai wedding: India’s badminton star reveals why she wanted to marry after Paris Olympics

Live Mint  

India's two-time Olympic medal-winning badminton PV Sindhu embarked on a new journey as the 29-year-old tied the knot with Venkata Datta Sai in an intimate wedding ceremony on December 22 in Udaipur, Rajasthan. Although the marriage was kept secret, the first pictures of the newly-wed emerged online when Union Minister of Culture and Tourism Gajendra Singh Shekhawat shared a photograph …

PV Sindhu, two-time Olympic medallist, to marry Hyderabad-based tech executive, date confirmed
3 weeks, 1 day ago

PV Sindhu, two-time Olympic medallist, to marry Hyderabad-based tech executive, date confirmed

India TV News  

The wedding bells have begun to jingle for India's badminton queen, Pusarla Venakata Sindhu, commonly known as PV Sindhu. The two-time Olympic medallist will marry a Hyderabad-based tech executive named Venkata Datta Sai. PV Sindhu returns to form Sindhu announced her return to form on Sunday when she got the better of China's Luo Yu Wu 21-14, 21-16 to win …

Badminton star PV Sindhu set to tie the knot in Udaipur this month. Details here
3 weeks, 1 day ago

Badminton star PV Sindhu set to tie the knot in Udaipur this month. Details here

Live Mint  

PV Sindhu will tie the knot with Hyderabad-based Venkata Datta Sai this month in Udaipur. Pre-wedding festivities will begin two days earlier — with a reception slated to take place on December 24 in Hyderabad. Sindhu is regarded as one of India's greatest athletes with five world championship medals — including a gold in 2019. The 29-year-old former world champion …

PV Sindhu returns to top of podium after two years by winning Syed Modi International Tournament
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3 weeks, 2 days ago

PV Sindhu returns to top of podium after two years by winning Syed Modi International Tournament

Firstpost  

Sindhu defeated Wu Luo Yu 21-14, 21-16 to win the tournament for the third time while Lakshya Sen was crowned the men’s singles champion after beating Singapore’s Jia Heng Jason Teh. PV Sindhu stood on top of the podium for the first time since 2022 after winning the Syed Modi International Tournament women's singles title Top-seeded Indians PV Sindhu and …

2 years, 4 months, and 18 days: PV Sindhu ecstatic after ending title drought
3 weeks, 3 days ago

2 years, 4 months, and 18 days: PV Sindhu ecstatic after ending title drought

India Today  

PV Sindhu was elated with her win in the Syed Modi International final on Sunday, December 1. Sindhu defeated China's Wu Luo Yu 21-14, 21-16 to clinch her third Syed Modi International title after winning it in 2017 and 2022. Sindhu's last title win came all the way back in July 2022 when she won the Singapore Open. How did …

PV Sindhu brushes off retirement talk: Definitely playing next couple of years
3 weeks, 3 days ago

PV Sindhu brushes off retirement talk: Definitely playing next couple of years

India Today  

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu has reaffirmed her commitment to competing at the highest level, stating that she intends to play for at least the next few years. While the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is on her radar, Sindhu clarified that her immediate focus is on staying fit and consistent, particularly as she approaches the latter stages of her career. …

PV Sindhu through to Syed Modi International Final after thumping Unnati hooda
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3 weeks, 4 days ago

PV Sindhu through to Syed Modi International Final after thumping Unnati hooda

India Today  

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu delivered a stellar performance to advance to the women’s singles final of the Syed Modi International Super 300 tournament. Sindhu’s dominance was evident as she capitalized on Hooda’s errors while maintaining impeccable control throughout the match. From the beginning, I need to give my best.” Sindhu’s semifinal victory highlighted her experience and precision. Every day …

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen storm into Syed Modi International semi-finals
3 weeks, 5 days ago

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen storm into Syed Modi International semi-finals

India Today  

PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen stormed their way into the semi-finals of the Syed Modi International Super 300 badminton tournament. Sindhu has a challenging task in hand as Hooda, who also won the Odisha Open in 2022, defeated USA's Ishika Jaiswal 21-16, 21-9 in the quarterfinal and is in good form. 🏸 PV Sindhu defeated Dai Wang of China by …

Sindhu, Lakshya top singles draws in Syed Modi badminton
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Sindhu, Lakshya top singles draws in Syed Modi badminton

Hindustan Times  

Lucknow: Changes is the topic of discussion in Indian badminton, especially the future of women’s singles since two-time Olympic medallist and former world champion PV Sindhu’s exit in the Paris Olympics last 16 stage. 19, Sindhu will seek home comfort as she chases a third title in the Syed Modi India International starting on Tuesday at the Uttar Pradesh Badminton …

China Masters: PV Sindhu eases past Busanan Ongbamrungphan to reach pre-quarters
1 month ago

China Masters: PV Sindhu eases past Busanan Ongbamrungphan to reach pre-quarters

India Today  

Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu showcased her class and resilience as she powered past Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan in straight games to secure her spot in the pre-quarterfinals of the China Masters 2024. The second game saw Busanan lead 10-6 and 13-9, but Sindhu rallied again, turning a 15-17 deficit into a commanding finish. Meanwhile, Malvika Bansod overcame Denmark's Line Kjaersfeldt …

Sindhu determined to prove critics wrong as she gears up for 2025 World Championships
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Sindhu determined to prove critics wrong as she gears up for 2025 World Championships

The Hindu  

“It does hurt when someone writes you off. And that’s what keeps me going, and I am just waiting for that one elusive title, which should change the whole scenario,” Sindhu explained. Yes, the challenges are going to be different with different players emerging in the women’s circuit, and I will train accordingly,” Sindhu said. So, having won two silver …

PV Sindhu focusses on fitness and remaining injury-free with 2028 LA Olympics on her radar
1 month, 2 weeks ago

PV Sindhu focusses on fitness and remaining injury-free with 2028 LA Olympics on her radar

The Hindu  

Insisting that she still has a lot to offer and the potential to win many more titles on the demanding BWF circuit, star Indian shuttler P V Sindhu on Friday said the 2028 Los Angeles Games remains on her radar. Sindhu had entered the Paris Games with high expectations under the mentorship of legendary Prakash Padukone but was knocked out …

Neeraj Chopra’s mother reacts to his silver win, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem’s gold. Her comments win hearts
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Neeraj Chopra’s mother reacts to his silver win, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem’s gold. Her comments win hearts

Hindustan Times  

Neeraj Chopra won silver in the final event of the ongoing 2024 Paris Olympics. The image shows Neeraj Chopra’s mother, Saroj Devi, sharing her opinions on her son and Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem. “On Neeraj Chopra winning a silver medal in men's javelin throw at #ParisOlympics2024, his mother Saroj Devi says, ‘We are very happy, for us silver is also equal …

PV Sindhu: 'I want to be clear: I will continue, albeit after a small break'
4 months, 3 weeks ago

PV Sindhu: 'I want to be clear: I will continue, albeit after a small break'

Firstpost  

After her exit from the Paris Olympics as her dream to become the first Indian athlete to win three individual medals for the country came crashing down, PV Sindhu took to Instagram to pen an emotional note. Paris Olympics 2024 is the first Summer Games for PV Sindhu where she has failed to win a medal after participation. AP After …

Sindhu on her future after Paris Olympics exit: I will continue, albeit after a small break
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sindhu on her future after Paris Olympics exit: I will continue, albeit after a small break

The Hindu  

P V Sindhu cleared uncertainty about her future in a social media post on Friday, following her round of 16 loss to China’s He Bing Jiao at Paris 2024 Olympics. “Regarding my future, I want to be clear: I will continue, albeit after a small break,” said two-time Olympic medallist Sindhu. The journey to Paris 2024 was a battle, marked …

PV Sindhu's Paris 2024 Campaign Ends With Round Of 16 Loss To China's He Bing Jiao
4 months, 3 weeks ago

PV Sindhu's Paris 2024 Campaign Ends With Round Of 16 Loss To China's He Bing Jiao

ABP News  

PV Sindhu's Paris Olympics 2024 campaign came to a heartbreaking conclusion with a 0-2 loss to China's He Bing Jiao. Sindhu lost 21-19, 21-14 to the sixth-seeded Chinese player in the round of 16, exiting the women’s singles badminton event at the Paris 2024 on August 1. ALSO ON ABP Live | Angela Carini Abandons Olympic 2024 Boxing Bout After …

Manu Bhaker’s ‘hope people are not disappointed’ reaction a slap to Indian fan culture
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker’s ‘hope people are not disappointed’ reaction a slap to Indian fan culture

Firstpost  

Manu Bhaker is a history-maker and a two-time Olympic medallist, yet she remains concerned about potential backlash from fans if she fails to win a third medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. I hope people are not disappointed or angry,” Manu Bhaker was quoted as saying by PTI after becoming the first athlete in Independent India to win multiple medals …

Manu Bhaker created fake account to defend PV Sindhu: 'A hater's comment really triggered me'; badminton star responds
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Manu Bhaker created fake account to defend PV Sindhu: 'A hater's comment really triggered me'; badminton star responds

Hindustan Times  

Manu Bhaker knows a thing or two about dealing with hate online. Fast-forward three years to the Paris Olympics, where Manu has done something no athlete representing India has managed to do since 1900—she won two medals at the same edition of the Games. Manu Bhaker is the latest entrant into the elite group of Indian athletes who have won …

Sindhu storms into Paris Olympics women's singles pre-quarterfinals
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Sindhu storms into Paris Olympics women's singles pre-quarterfinals

New Indian Express  

FRANCE: Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu stormed into the pre-quarterfinals of the Olympic Games' women's singles competition after beating Kristin Kuuba of Estonia in straight games here on Wednesday. The 29-year-old Sindhu, who had beaten Maldives' Fathimath Abdul Razzaq 21-9 21-6 in her first match, topped the group. The Estonian, ranked 73rd in the world as against 13th position of …

PV Sindhu begins Paris Olympics campaign with resounding win over Fathimath Nabaaha Abdul Razzaq
4 months, 3 weeks ago

PV Sindhu begins Paris Olympics campaign with resounding win over Fathimath Nabaaha Abdul Razzaq

India TV News  

India's ace shuttler PV Sindhu began her Paris Olympics campaign with a resounding 21-9, 21-6 win over Fathimath Nabaaha Abdul Razzaq of Maldives in a group-stage fixture on Sunday, July 28. Sindhu's slip-up allowed Fathimath to push the scores to 5-4 before the two-time Olympic medallist came roaring back. Fathimath tried really hard to wrestle back momentum but Sindhu foiled …

'The most special one...': PV Sindhu ahead of hunt for unprecedented Olympic hat-trick in Paris
5 months ago

'The most special one...': PV Sindhu ahead of hunt for unprecedented Olympic hat-trick in Paris

Hindustan Times  

PV Sindhu is among the Indian athletes in Paris preparing for the 2024 Olympics. While she has a reputation of leaving any kind of poor form behind her when participating in major tournaments, Sindhu goes into the 2024 Games on the back of a far weaker buildup than in either of her two previous appearances in Rio de Janeiro or …

There's a lot of improvement, you will see that on court: Sindhu
5 months ago

There's a lot of improvement, you will see that on court: Sindhu

New Indian Express  

PARIS: From spending time in a hypoxic chamber to sparring with a variety of partners to adapt to different styles, Indian badminton ace PV Sindhu has left no stones unturned to be battle-ready for the Paris Games, where she will be chasing an unprecedented third consecutive Olympic medal. Sindhu's form has been patchy of late but she says the hat-trick …

I am going all-out to win gold in Paris: P.V. Sindhu
5 months ago

I am going all-out to win gold in Paris: P.V. Sindhu

The Hindu  

Sindhu says she is "going all-out" in her quest to become the first Indian to win an unprecedented third individual Olympic medal in Paris, drawing on her experience from a successful past. Sindhu stands on the brink of history as she pursues the gold medal in the upcoming Games, having won a silver and bronze in 2016 Rio and 2020 …

PV Sindhu shouldn't be judged by recent results, her performances have been quite good: Saina Nehwal
5 months, 2 weeks ago

PV Sindhu shouldn't be judged by recent results, her performances have been quite good: Saina Nehwal

Firstpost  

Nehwal, who won bronze in the 2012 London Olympics, said Sindhu’s chances of winning a third consecutive Olympic medal should not be judged on the basis of recent results and will ultimately depend on factors such as her fitness and training. Nehwal, who won bronze in the 2012 London Olympics, added that Sindhu’s chances of winning a third consecutive Olympic …

Saina backs Sindhu for Olympic medal: Can’t judge any player from last 6-7 months results
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Saina backs Sindhu for Olympic medal: Can’t judge any player from last 6-7 months results

The Hindu  

London Olympics bronze winner Saina Nehwal on Friday backed two-time medallist P V Sindhu to find her “touch” in time, saying she shouldn’t be “judged” based on recent results as a medal at the Paris Games will boil down to “fitness” and “training”. “I don’t know how difficult it is going to be because there are some experienced players like …

This time I think it could be anybody's game: Sindhu on the Olympics
6 months, 1 week ago

This time I think it could be anybody's game: Sindhu on the Olympics

Hindustan Times  

It’s mid morning at the Dravid Padukone academy and PV Sindhu and Nehwal are on either side of the net, smacking the shuttle at each other. “I tell her, ‘Sindhu you’re looking good but it’s still not clicking’,” coach Vimal says, “She’s not playing the right shot most of the time. “I just was letting the shuttles go,” Sindhu wipes …

PV Sindhu goes down in first round of Indonesia Open
6 months, 2 weeks ago

PV Sindhu goes down in first round of Indonesia Open

Firstpost  

PV Sindhu suffered a surprise early exit from the Super 1000 tournament in Jakarta, Indonesia. PV Sindhu went down to Hsu Wen-chi of Chinese Taipei in the first round of the Indonesia Open on Wednesday, making a surprise early exit from the Super 1000 tournament. In a women’s doubles Round of 32 match, the Indian duo of Rutaparna Panda and …

PV Sindhu fails the Carolina Marin test, Treesa-Gayatri win
6 months, 3 weeks ago

PV Sindhu fails the Carolina Marin test, Treesa-Gayatri win

Hindustan Times  

Five meetings, six years. That’s how long it had been since PV Sindhu had beaten rival and three-time world champion Carolina Marin. Even though the feisty world No.3 closed down the gap, at 19-17 Sindhu was only two points away from an elusive win. Just like last Sunday when Sindhu wasted away an 11-3 lead in the third game to …

Singapore Open: PV Sindhu loses to Carolina Marin, Treesa-Gayatri upset World No. 2 Baek-Lee
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Singapore Open: PV Sindhu loses to Carolina Marin, Treesa-Gayatri upset World No. 2 Baek-Lee

Firstpost  

In the men’s singles, world No. Indian women’s doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand stunned world number two Baek Ha Na and Lee So Hee of South Korea to enter the quarter-finals at Singapore Open on Thursday as singles star PV Sindhu suffered another setback. Double Olympic medallist Sindhu blew away 18-15 lead in the decider to go …

PV Sindhu loses to China’s Wang Zhi Yi in Malaysia Masters badminton final
6 months, 4 weeks ago

PV Sindhu loses to China’s Wang Zhi Yi in Malaysia Masters badminton final

Hindustan Times  

Leading 11-3 in the decider, PV Sindhu was well on her way to her first title in almost two years. PV Sindhu leaves after losing the Women's Singles quarterfinal badminton match But China’s Wang Zhi Yi wasn’t done yet. That rally – the first point after change of ends that gave Sindhu’s younger Chinese rival advantage in terms of drift …

Will take a lot of positives and confidence from Malaysia Masters: Sindhu
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Will take a lot of positives and confidence from Malaysia Masters: Sindhu

The Hindu  

Top Indian shuttler PV Sindhu says she will take home a lot of positives and confidence despite losing the Malaysia Masters summit clash to China's world No. Sindhu, who would aim for her third Olympic medal in Paris, looked on course for the title at 11-3 in the decider before a shocking meltdown saw her lose 21-16 5-21 16-21 in …

PV Sindhu signs off with runner-up finish at Malaysia Masters
6 months, 4 weeks ago

PV Sindhu signs off with runner-up finish at Malaysia Masters

Deccan Chronicle  

Kuala Lumpur: Star Indian shuttler PV Sindhu blew away a massive 11-3 lead in the deciding game of the Malaysia Masters final against Wang Zhi Yi, missing out on a great opportunity to end her title drought here on Sunday. Fifth seed Sindhu, a double Olympic medallist, last won the Singapore Open and Commonwealth Games gold in 2022 and finished …

PV Sindhu reaches first final in 14 months at Malaysia Masters
6 months, 4 weeks ago

PV Sindhu reaches first final in 14 months at Malaysia Masters

Hindustan Times  

It’s been a long wait. PV Sindhu finally managed to reach a final after 14 months, after overcoming a slow start to win the semi-final at the $420,000 Malaysia Masters in Kuala Lumpur on Saturday. India's PV Sindhu beat world No.20 Busanan Ongbamrungphan 13-21, 21-16, 21-12 in a marathon match that lasted an hour and 28 minutes. After not leading …

PV Sindhu advances to Malaysia Masters final; beats Busanan Ongbamrungphan in thrilling semifinal clash
7 months ago

PV Sindhu advances to Malaysia Masters final; beats Busanan Ongbamrungphan in thrilling semifinal clash

India TV News  

Two-time Olympic medallist PV Sindhu pipped Thailand's Busanan Ongbamrungphan in the semifinal of the Malaysia Masters on Saturday 13-21, 21-16, 21-12 to cement a place in the summit clash. Sindhu misjudged a few backcourt floaters early in the first game and that kept her Thai opponent ahead with a marginal lead. A flat diagonal return from PV Sindhu helped her …

Malaysia Masters: PV Sindhu rallies back in semis to qualify for first final of 2024
7 months ago

Malaysia Masters: PV Sindhu rallies back in semis to qualify for first final of 2024

India Today  

PV Sindhu made her way through to the final of the Malaysia Masters 2024 after beating Thailand’s Busanan Ongbamrunghpha in the semis on Saturday, May 25. Sindhu also qualified for her first final this year after beating her Thai opponent 13-21, 21-16, 21-12. It also happened to be Sindhu’s first final on the BWF circuit after she finished as the …

PV Sindhu enters semifinals of Malaysia Masters
7 months ago

PV Sindhu enters semifinals of Malaysia Masters

Deccan Chronicle  

Kuala Lumpur: Double Olympic medallist P V Sindhu took a giant stride towards securing a title at the Malaysia Masters after progressing to the semifinals with a hard-fought win over top seed Han Yue of China here on Friday. Sindhu enters semifinals of Malaysia Masters, World No. 15 Sindhu recovered from a mid-game slump to outwit Han, ranked sixth, 21-13 …

Malaysia Masters: PV Sindhu enters semifinals, Ashmita Chaliha knocked out
7 months ago

Malaysia Masters: PV Sindhu enters semifinals, Ashmita Chaliha knocked out

Hindustan Times  

Double Olympic medallist P V Sindhu took a giant stride towards securing a title at the Malaysia Masters after progressing to the semifinals with a hard-fought win over top seed Han Yue of China, on Friday. 15 Sindhu recovered from a mid-game slump to outwit Han, ranked sixth, 21-13 14-21 21-12 in a 55-minute quarterfinal battle to avenge her loss …

PV Sindhu stuns top seed Han Yue to enter Malaysia Masters semi-final
7 months ago

PV Sindhu stuns top seed Han Yue to enter Malaysia Masters semi-final

India Today  

Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu put up a stunning show against top seed Han Yue from China to qualify for the semi-final of the Malaysia Masters 2024. Ranked No.15 in the world, Sindhu is looking to win her maiden BWF title since winning the Singapore Open back in 2022. SEMIFINAL FOR SINDHU 💪 Sindhu beats top seed Han Yue ðŸ‡è🇳 …

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen to train in Europe ahead of Paris Olympics 2024
7 months ago

PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen to train in Europe ahead of Paris Olympics 2024

Hindustan Times  

A third Olympics and the question of another medal looms for PV Sindhu. India's PV Sindhu plays against Wen-Chi Hsu of Chinese Taipei The 29-year-old Indian will fly out to the south-western German city little over a month ahead of the Olympics. Training aside, what might do Sindhu’s confidence a world of good for the Olympics, her team feels, is …

Sindhu sails to Malaysia Masters second round
7 months ago

Sindhu sails to Malaysia Masters second round

The Hindu  

Returning from a break, two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu progressed to the women’s singles second round with a straight-game win over Scotland’s Kirsty Gilmour at the Malaysia Masters Super 500 badminton tournament here on Wednesday. However, Unnati Hooda lost 21-13, 21-18 to China’s Gao Fang Jie while Aakarshi Kashyap suffered a 24-22, 21-13 against second seed Wang Zhi Yi, …

'I need to work on my mistakes': PV Sindhu reflects on her All England Championships exit
9 months, 1 week ago

'I need to work on my mistakes': PV Sindhu reflects on her All England Championships exit

Firstpost  

PV Sindhu conceded a defeat at the hands of South Korea’s defending champion An Se Young to exit the All England Championships from the second round in Birmingham on Thursday. The defeat to Young marked Sindhu’s seventh successive loss against the South Korean shuttler. Sindhu’s defeat at the All England Championships also brought an end to India’s campaign in women’s …

PV Sindhu training under new coach, targets comeback at Asia Team Championships
11 months, 1 week ago

PV Sindhu training under new coach, targets comeback at Asia Team Championships

Hindustan Times  

There's something missing at the ongoing India Open here. For the first time since 2007, both Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu – flag-bearers of Indian badminton in the last decade-and-a-half – are not playing at the annual event. Since Hashim, who initially travelled to Bengaluru with Sindhu just before the Hangzhou Asian Games, belonged to Suchitra Academy in Hyderabad where …

Injured PV Sindhu granted protected ranking, will safeguard her from losing points
1 year, 1 month ago

Injured PV Sindhu granted protected ranking, will safeguard her from losing points

The Hindu  

Indian Olympic medalist shuttler PV Sindhu has been given a protected ranking by the Badminton World Federation following a knee injury sustained at the French Open in October, locking in her at the world number 10 spot till she recovers from her injury. This protected ranking will prevent her from losing points while she is away from the BWF Tour, …

P.V. Sindhu confirms knee injury, vows to focus on Paris Olympics
1 year, 1 month ago

P.V. Sindhu confirms knee injury, vows to focus on Paris Olympics

The Hindu  

Sindhu on Tuesday confirmed that she has a niggle on her left knee after she was forced to retire mid-match due to a knee issue at the French Open, a BWF World Tour Super 750 on Thursday. 10 took to microblogging platform X to share an injury update with the caption, “Determined to come back firing on all cylinders ❤️ …

PV Sindhu enters quarterfinals of Denmark Open, beats Indonesia’s Gregoria in round of 16
1 year, 2 months ago

PV Sindhu enters quarterfinals of Denmark Open, beats Indonesia’s Gregoria in round of 16

The Hindu  

Double Olympic medallist P. V. Sindhu fought her way to the women’s singles quarterfinals with a come-from-behind win over world No. A former world champion Sindhu, who had reached the semifinals at Arctic Open last week, produced a gritty show to bounce back from a game down to outwit Tunjung 18-21, 21-15, 21-13 in a 71-minute second round match. The …

Asian Games | Prannoy battles to ensure a medal, Sindhu bows out in quarterfinals
1 year, 2 months ago

Asian Games | Prannoy battles to ensure a medal, Sindhu bows out in quarterfinals

The Hindu  

Prannoy battled his way into the semifinal of the men’s singles with a thrilling three-game win over Malaysia Lee Zii Jia to assure India a badminton medal, but it was curtains for P.V. Prannoy’s medal will be the first in men’s singles at the Asian Games since Syed Modi’s bronze in the 1982 edition in New Delhi. It was Bingjiao …

Nandini sets aside controversy, savours her medal
1 year, 2 months ago

Nandini sets aside controversy, savours her medal

Deccan Chronicle  

Hyderabad: For Agasara Nandini winning a medal in the women’s heptathlon in her maiden Asian Games at Hangzhou is a huge moment. “I am also proud that the Indian team has been doing so well in the Asian Games and winning laurels in many events,” added Nandini, who is pursuing her BBA second year at Telangana Social Welfare Residential Degree …

Sindhu sizzles as India storm into quarter-final of women's badminton team event at Asian Games 2023
1 year, 2 months ago

Sindhu sizzles as India storm into quarter-final of women's badminton team event at Asian Games 2023

Hindustan Times  

Indian women's badminton team thrashed Mongolia 3-0 to sail into the quarterfinals of the team championships of the Asian Games here on Thursday. Pusarla V. Sindhu of India hits a return In a clash between two lop-sided sides, it was two-time Olympic medallist P V Sindhu who started the proceedings with a 21-3 21-3 win over Myagmartseren Ganbaatar in the …

PV Sindhu low on confidence, shouldn't expect much from her at Asian Games: Coach Vimal Kumar
1 year, 3 months ago

PV Sindhu low on confidence, shouldn't expect much from her at Asian Games: Coach Vimal Kumar

Firstpost  

After observing the shuttler from close quarters during her week-long stint, Vimal feels Sindhu needs to make a few technical changes in her game and is likely to take some time to regain her form. New Delhi: Repeated failures in tournaments this season has dented PV Sindhu’s confidence and not much should be expected from the ace Indian shuttler at …

World Badminton Championship: PV Sindhu Knocked Out in Second Round
1 year, 4 months ago

World Badminton Championship: PV Sindhu Knocked Out in Second Round

The Quint  

Sindhu, who defeated Okuhara in the final to win the women's singles title in the 2019 edition in Basel, Switzerland, went down to the Japanese star 21-14, 21-14 in a 44-minute encounter in the Danish capital. Sindhu, who won silver in the Rio Olympics in 2016 and then bronze at Tokyo, trails old nemesis Okuhara 10-9 in head-to-head and the …

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