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Srikanth loses to Chun-Yi in Swiss Open semis

Srikanth loses to Chun-Yi in Swiss Open semis

Rediff.com24 Mar 2024

Kidambi Srikanth's winning run at the Swiss Open Super 300 badminton tournament came to an end after a semi-final loss to Chinese Taipei's Lin Chun-Yi in Basel on Saturday night.

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 10

Paris Olympics: How India's athletes fared on Day 10

Rediff.com6 Aug 2024

Check out how India's athletes fared on Day 10, Monday, August 5, 2024:

SAG: Selection of badminton team shrouded in controversy

SAG: Selection of badminton team shrouded in controversy

Rediff.com30 Nov 2019

In a series of tweets, Sawant questioned the selection of the team and urged Badminton Association of India (BAI) president Himanta Biswa Sarma to look into the matter.

Paralympics Day 2: Golden girl Avani leads India's medal rush

Paralympics Day 2: Golden girl Avani leads India's medal rush

Rediff.com31 Aug 2024

How India's athletes fared at the Paris Paralympic Games on Friday.

'A momentous day for all of us'

'A momentous day for all of us'

Rediff.com22 Jan 2024

'The prospect of witnessing the divine presence of Lord Ram is something we are eagerly looking forward to.'

Why 'underdog' Sen could pull off surprise at Paris Games?

Why 'underdog' Sen could pull off surprise at Paris Games?

Rediff.com16 Jul 2024

Lakshya had struggled through much of 2023 and early part of 2024. He fell behind in the qualification race but turned things around in time with two semi-final finishes at the All England Championship and the French Open to seal his place in the Olympics.

Badminton ace Saina Nehwal joins BJP, hails Modi as 'inspiration'

Badminton ace Saina Nehwal joins BJP, hails Modi as 'inspiration'

Rediff.com29 Jan 2020

Joining the party at a ceremony at its headquarters in New Delhi, Nehwal, 29, said the BJP has been doing 'a lot of good', and she would work to do her bit as its member.

Gopichand hopes for badminton gold at 2020 Olympics

Gopichand hopes for badminton gold at 2020 Olympics

Rediff.com21 Jan 2019

'Well, I think every year, in the last few years, has been better than the previous one'

What's Sindhu Doing With Tim Cook?

What's Sindhu Doing With Tim Cook?

Rediff.com13 Sep 2023

'An unforgettable moment meeting Tim Cook on keynote day at Apple Cupertino! Thank you for having me, Tim. It was a pleasure to see the stunning Apple Park and to meet you! I will gladly take you up on the offer to play badminton when you visit India next.'

Tzu Ying dashes Sindhu's hopes of badminton gold in semis

Tzu Ying dashes Sindhu's hopes of badminton gold in semis

Rediff.com31 Jul 2021

World champion P V Sindhu was beaten 18-21, 12-21 by Chinese Taipei's Tai Tzu-Ying in the semi-finals of the Olympics badminton and will play for the bronze medal now.

Vinesh Disqualification: 'The whole of India is in shock'

Vinesh Disqualification: 'The whole of India is in shock'

Rediff.com7 Aug 2024

'Vinesh you are a gold medalist of courage and morality.'

Malaysia Open: Srikanth shocks World No 5 Christie

Malaysia Open: Srikanth shocks World No 5 Christie

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Kidambi Srikanth registered a superb come-from-behind win over World No 5 Indonesian Jonatan Christie.

It's an all-Indian men's singles final at Odisha Masters

It's an all-Indian men's singles final at Odisha Masters

Rediff.com16 Dec 2023

In a 73-minute battle, Ayush, who hails from Sanoor near Karkala in Karnataka, showed his grit as he recovered from a game down to outwit his Indonesian opponent.

India's Manasi Joshi wins 3 medals at Para Badminton International

India's Manasi Joshi wins 3 medals at Para Badminton International

Rediff.com12 Mar 2018

In the tournament played in Mallorca, she narrowly beat Thailand's Darunee Henpraiwan 12-21, 21-17, 21-19 to win the title.

Have you met the Rafael Nadal of badminton in Spain?

Have you met the Rafael Nadal of badminton in Spain?

Rediff.com24 Dec 2018

Marin Carolina has come a long way to be the reigning Olympic and world champion but the Spaniard yearns for more as she continues her journey towards becoming the best-ever in the sport.

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Confirmed! Khel Ratna for Sat-Chi, Arjuna for Shami

Rediff.com20 Dec 2023

Sports Ministry confirms Satwik, Chirag for Khel Ratna, Shami and 25 others for Arjuna award

Satwiksairaj 'smashes' Guinness world record!

Satwiksairaj 'smashes' Guinness world record!

Rediff.com18 Jul 2023

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy has set the Guinness world record for the fastest hit by a male player in badminton, recording a mindboggling 565 km/h with his smash.

Tears as badminton King Lee quits after cancer battle

Tears as badminton King Lee quits after cancer battle

Rediff.com13 Jun 2019

Lee, who was diagnosed with early stage nose cancer last year, said he opted to retire after being told by doctors that his body could no longer take the intense training needed for high-level competition.

Badminton chief slams athletes on criticism during Covid-19

Badminton chief slams athletes on criticism during Covid-19

Rediff.com27 Mar 2020

In an open letter, BWF secretary general Thomas Lund said the decision to go ahead with the All England Championships was made based on the best advice at that time. "It has been very disappointing to see some members of the badminton community speculate on the sincerity and motives of the BWF in this time of crisis," Lund wrote.

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

SEE: Shami, Sheetal receive Arjuna awards

Rediff.com9 Jan 2024

Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.

Asia C'ships: Sindhu advances; Lakshya, Srikanth exit

Asia C'ships: Sindhu advances; Lakshya, Srikanth exit

Rediff.com10 Apr 2024

Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu survived some tense moments before progressing to the women's singles second round, but it was curtains for Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth in the men's singles at the Badminton Asia Championships, in Ningbo, China, on Wednesday.

Why Hardik Plans To Ditch Maldives...

Why Hardik Plans To Ditch Maldives...

Rediff.com8 Jan 2024

'With its gorgeous marine life, beautiful beaches, Lakshadweep is the perfect getaway spot and surely a must-visit for me for my next holiday #ExploreIncredibleIndia'.

Why things are looking bleak for India's badminton players

Why things are looking bleak for India's badminton players

Rediff.com2 Apr 2020

The emotional and financial impact of the coronavirus pandemic is weighing on Indian shuttler HS Prannoy's mind and he believes that the already "bleak" scenario would only get worse if things don't take a turn for the better in one and a half month's time. The coronavirus outbreak, which has killed over 40,000 globally, has put countries in lockdown and halted sports, including badminton, across the world. It has also triggered financial and mental woes across the world.

Chirag-Satwiksairaj storm into Thailand Open final

Chirag-Satwiksairaj storm into Thailand Open final

Rediff.com18 May 2024

The Indian duo needed just 35 minutes to beat Lu Ming-Che and Tang Kai-Wei of Chinese Taipei in the semi-finals of the Super 500 tournament.

Mirabai Chanu to train in Paris ahead of Olympics

Mirabai Chanu to train in Paris ahead of Olympics

Rediff.com11 Mar 2024

Former world champion weightlifter Mirabai Chanu's proposal to train in Paris ahead of the Olympic Games was on Monday cleared by the government.

Tendulkar in Indian Badminton League?

Tendulkar in Indian Badminton League?

Rediff.com21 Jun 2013

The batting icon is set to be part of a conglomerate to buy the Mumbai Masters franchise in the event.

Covid scare in Indian men's badminton team

Covid scare in Indian men's badminton team

Rediff.com29 Oct 2020

Defending champion Lakshya Sen pulled out of the SaarLorLux Open Super 100 tournament after his father-cum-coach D K Sen tested positive for COVID-19 in Saarbrucken.

'Farmers are our Annadata'

'Farmers are our Annadata'

Rediff.com15 Aug 2024

This is the full text of the address to the nation by President Droupadi Murmu on the eve of India's 78th Independence Day.

Is Sindhu Switching To Chess?

Is Sindhu Switching To Chess?

Rediff.com15 Dec 2023

Here's hoping that 2024 is a wonderful year for Sindhu. May she win title after title and may she add to her Olympic medal kitty.

'Sometimes losing is better than winning always'

'Sometimes losing is better than winning always'

Rediff.com21 Jan 2024

He was clearly disappointed to miss out the Indian Open title, but star Indian shuttler Satwiksairaj Rankireddy on Sunday said "losing is better than winning always" and hoped the defeat in the final will spur him and his doubles partner Chirag Shetty to win a bigger crown in coming days.

Thailand Masters: Srikanth opens campaign with comfortable win

Thailand Masters: Srikanth opens campaign with comfortable win

Rediff.com31 Jan 2024

Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth opened his campaign at the Thailand Masters badminton tournament with a straight game win over Chinese Taipei's Wang Tzu Wei in Bangkok on Wednesday.

'Phenomenal year for Indian badminton'

'Phenomenal year for Indian badminton'

Rediff.com6 Dec 2017

National badminton coach, Pullela Gopichand, on Wednesday expressed happiness at the performance this year of Indian shuttlers and termed Kidambi Srikanth's feat of winning four Super Series titles as 'phenomenal'.

Jwala Gutta's 'Diwali Special with her favourite'

Jwala Gutta's 'Diwali Special with her favourite'

Rediff.com14 Nov 2023

Aamir, a sports lover, lit up Jwala's party with his presence.

Sindhu enters second round, Lakshya goes down fighting

Sindhu enters second round, Lakshya goes down fighting

Rediff.com29 May 2024

Former champion PV Sindhu progressed to the women's singles second round but Lakshya Sen went down fighting to world number one Viktor Axelsen at the Singapore Open Super 750 badminton tournament in Singapore on Wednesday.

Eight women's badminton players disqualified

Eight women's badminton players disqualified

Rediff.com1 Aug 2012

Eight women badminton players were disqualified by the sport's federation from the London Games competition, the federation said on Wednesday, after they tried to lose matches in a bid to secure a more favourable draw.

Yearender 2023: Top moments from India's historic Asian Games

Yearender 2023: Top moments from India's historic Asian Games

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

The year 2023 will go down as extremely memorable for the Indian sports fraternity as players across various disciplines came together to script history at the Asian Games held in Hangzhou.

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

2023 Sporting Moments In Pictures

Rediff.com30 Dec 2023

2023 was marked by outstanding sporting achievements, shattered records, and the crowning of new champions, all captured by photographers documenting every significant twist and turn.

Indonesia Masters: George, Sen enter second round; Prannoy, Srikanth exit

Indonesia Masters: George, Sen enter second round; Prannoy, Srikanth exit

Rediff.com24 Jan 2024

Lakshya Sen and Kiran George advanced to the second round but HS Prannoy and Kidambi Srikanth made early exits after suffering narrow losses in their respective opening matches at the Indonesia Masters Super 500 badminton tournament in Jakarta on Wednesday.

'Badminton lacks future star'

'Badminton lacks future star'

Rediff.com4 Mar 2015

Indonesia's Taufik Hidayat said the game was only about Lee Chong Wei and Lin Dan at the moment.

Saina backs India's women shuttlers to bounce back

Saina backs India's women shuttlers to bounce back

Rediff.com12 Oct 2023

The struggle of Indian women shuttlers on the BWF circuit is quite apparent, but Saina Nehwal backs her colleagues by saying that even the strong Chinese players are finding it difficult to dish out strong performances on a consistent basis and expressed hope that the lean patch of the singles players will end soon.