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World Pickleball League: Gaurav Natekar confident of revolutionary inaugural season
3 weeks, 1 day ago

World Pickleball League: Gaurav Natekar confident of revolutionary inaugural season

India Today  

Pickleball, one of the fastest-growing sports worldwide, is poised to make a significant splash in India with the inaugural edition of the World Pickleball League. The WPBL, co-founded by former Indian tennis stars Gaurav Natekar and Arati Ponnappa Natekar, promises a competitive and inclusive spectacle while tapping into pickleball's growing community appeal. For Gaurav Natekar, a seven-time national tennis champion …

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World Pickleball Championship: How a fledgling sport is scaling new heights
1 month, 3 weeks ago

World Pickleball Championship: How a fledgling sport is scaling new heights

Hindustan Times  

The iconic Cricket Club of India in Mumbai, and its hallowed tennis courts where legends have set foot and celebrated Davis Cup tales scripted, was transformed. “It’s like a proper circuit,” said Isha Lakhani, India’s former professional tennis player who was ranked in the world’s top 25 in juniors a decade ago and took up pickleball in 2022. “Next year, …

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All set for pickleball league
4 months, 2 weeks ago

All set for pickleball league

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Over the past couple of years, pickleball has become one of the fastest-growing sports in the world. From school kids to retired professionals, people are taking to pickleball for various reasons and the All India Pickleball Association is doing their bidding in promoting the sport, especially with the possibility of pickleball being included in the 2032 Brisbane Olympics. Owned …

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Indian sports wrap, May 10: Gaurav Natekar, SETVI launch World Pickleball League
8 months ago

Indian sports wrap, May 10: Gaurav Natekar, SETVI launch World Pickleball League

The Hindu  

PICKLEBALL Double Asian Games gold medalist Gaurav Natekar and SETVI together launch World Pickleball League India’s growing reputation as a potential racquet sports hub is all set to get a massive boost with the launch of the World Pickleball League, the first-ever professional pickleball league, envisaged by Natekar Sports and Gaming of former Davis Cup star and Arjuna Awardee Gaurav …

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CEO shares he paid Rs 100 for 500-metre auto ride in Bengaluru. Internet is not surprised
1 year, 5 months ago

CEO shares he paid Rs 100 for 500-metre auto ride in Bengaluru. Internet is not surprised

India Today  

The CEO of a Mumbai-based company was shocked to discover that auto drivers in Bengaluru do not charge fares based on the meter. @peakbengaluru pic.twitter.com/7piaKjGhnY — Mandar Natekar July 22, 2023 TVF president Vijay Koshy commented on Mandar’s post and wrote, “It’s practically the same for every city outside Mumbai. — Mandar Natekar July 22, 2023 The post went viral …

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Three, including two cops, held for stealing gold worth ₹2.5 crore
2 years ago

Three, including two cops, held for stealing gold worth ₹2.5 crore

Hindustan Times  

Mumbai: An employee of a Mangaluru-based gold trader and two Government Railway Police constables have been arrested for allegedly stealing the businessman’s gold worth ₹2.5 crore. According to the police, the Mangaluru-based gold trader had sent Nitin Patil to deliver 4.5 kgs of gold to Zaveri Bazaar for making ornaments. The accused have been identified as Nitin Patil, 28, the …

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Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away at 88
3 years, 5 months ago

Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away at 88

Hindustan Times  

PUNE: One of the pioneers of Indian badminton and the first Indian player to win an international title, Nandu Natekar, 88, passed away at his residence here on Wednesday. Om Shanti!” Pune mayor Murlidhar Mohol in a tweet said, “A heartfelt tribute on behalf of all the people of Pune to the Arjuna Award winner, the hero of Indian sports, …

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Prakash Padukone: Style and grace came naturally to Nandu Natekar
3 years, 5 months ago

Prakash Padukone: Style and grace came naturally to Nandu Natekar

The Hindu  

Nandu came one generation before me. He was one of the most stylish badminton players in the world, alongside Suresh Goel and Trilok Nath Seth. Style and grace came naturally to Nandu. READ: Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away aged 88 Nandu made a big mark, despite having limited opportunities. In those days, players looked forward to taking on the …

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Tributes pour in for Nandu Natekar
3 years, 5 months ago

Tributes pour in for Nandu Natekar

The Hindu  

An inspiration to many stalwarts of Indian badminton, the legendary Nandu Natekar's death on Wednesday was mourned by his fraternity. 'Godfather of Indian badminton' Former India shuttler and doubles specialist Uday Pawar also reacted with sadness at the news. Dipankar Bhattacharjee, who represented India in 1992 Barcelona and 1996 Atlanta Olympics, described him as a "Godfather of Indian badminton." ".I …

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Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away at 88, condolences pour in
3 years, 5 months ago

Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away at 88, condolences pour in

Hindustan Times  

Nandu Natekar, one of the legends of Indian badminton, passed away at his residence on Wednesday. In a message, the Natekar family said, “With deepest sorrow, we would like to inform you that our beloved father Nandu Natekar passed away on 28th July, 2021. Sincere condolences to his family & friends.” Pune mayor Murlidhar Mohol tweeted, “A heartfelt tribute on …

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Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar passes away
3 years, 5 months ago

Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar passes away

Hindustan Times  

Legendary badminton player Nandu Natekar, the first Indian to win an international title in 1956, died here on Wednesday. Legendary badminton player Nandu Natekar passed away The 88-year-old, who won over 100 national and international titles in his career, was suffering from age-related ailments. "With deepest sorrow, we would like to inform you that our beloved father Nandu Natekar passed …

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Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar passes away at 88
3 years, 5 months ago

Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar passes away at 88

India TV News  

Legendary badminton player Nandu Natekar, the first Indian to win an international title in 1956, died here on Wednesday. "He passed away peacefully at home and we were all with him and he has been ailing for the last three months and he passed away peacefully," Gaurav told to PTI. "With deepest sorrow, we would like to inform you that …

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Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar dead
3 years, 5 months ago

Indian badminton great Nandu Natekar dead

Deccan Chronicle  

Pune: One of Indian badminton's earliest superstar Nandu Natekar, whose on-court grace was often compared to a ballet dancer, died on Wednesday after suffering from age-related ailments here. He and Meena Shah had bagged the mixed doubles crown in Kings Cup International in Bangkok in 1962 and a year later he also won the singles title against all odds at …

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Indian Badminton Great Nandu Natekar Passes Away Aged 88
3 years, 5 months ago

Indian Badminton Great Nandu Natekar Passes Away Aged 88

News 18  

Legendary badminton player Nandu Natekar, the first Indian to win an international title in 1956, died here on Wednesday. Om Shanti.— Narendra Modi July 28, 2021 Natekar, who was considered one of most popular sportspersons of his time, was also a former World number three. “With deepest sorrow, we would like to inform you that our beloved father Nandu Natekar …

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Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away aged 88
3 years, 5 months ago

Badminton legend Nandu Natekar passes away aged 88

The Hindu  

Legendary badminton player Nandu Natekar, the first Indian to win an international title in 1956, died in Pune on July 28. Born in Sangli in western Maharashtra, Natekar won over 100 national and international titles in a career spanning over 15 years. “With deepest sorrow, we would like to inform you that our beloved father Nandu Natekar passed away on …

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Past Masters of Indian Badminton: The Ghosh brothers — one of India’s deadliest doubles duos
4 years, 8 months ago

Past Masters of Indian Badminton: The Ghosh brothers — one of India’s deadliest doubles duos

Firstpost  

The doubles record of the Ghosh brothers is exemplary. “In 1970, I was officially ranked India No 1 in singles after beating my brother Dipu, Suresh Goel, Satish Bhatia and Dinesh Khanna,” Romen says. No doubt, I enjoyed doubles and proved my mettle at it, but I found it unfair that I was never considered for a singles berth.” Perhaps …

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Past Masters of Indian Badminton: Dinesh Khanna – game's ultimate returning machine
4 years, 9 months ago

Past Masters of Indian Badminton: Dinesh Khanna – game's ultimate returning machine

Firstpost  

The returning machine was a regular in India squads from 1961 until 1976, including all the five Thomas Cup campaigns played during these 15 years. I have beaten Erland Kops, I have beaten Tan Joe Hock, I have beaten Ferry Sonneville; but why can’t I beat you, damn it.” And with a characteristic show of his explosive temper, Malaysia’s fearsome …

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