At just 13 years old, Tanvi Patri has emerged as a rising star in Indian badminton by claiming the girls' singles title at the U-15 Badminton Asia Junior Championships. Despite facing struggles at the Paris Olympics, Patri's resilience and hard work paid off as she defeated Vietnam's second seed in a 34-minute final. With her parents being software professionals who previously worked in China, Patri's early exposure to the sport has undoubtedly influenced her success.
In a disappointing match for Indian badminton fans, P.V. Sindhu suffered a defeat against China's He Bing Jiao in the women's singles badminton round of 16 at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This loss marks the first time Sindhu has failed to win an Olympic medal, despite her previous success in Tokyo and Rio. Despite Sindhu's impressive record against He, including a win at Tokyo 2020, she was unable to overcome her Chinese opponent in this crucial match.
The hopes of an Olympic medal in badminton for India were dashed as PV Sindhu, the two-time medallist, lost in the Round of 16 match against China's He Bing Jiao. Despite giving her all, Sindhu was unable to match Bing Jiao's powerful smashes and ultimately went down in straight sets 21-19, 21-14. The loss adds to India's disappointing day in badminton, with other players also exiting the competition. However, there is still some hope as young shuttler Lakshya Sen has advanced to the quarter-finals.
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu suffered a heartbreaking loss to Chinese rival He Bingjiao in the pre-quarterfinals of the Paris Olympics 2024, ending her campaign in the prestigious tournament. This defeat marks the end of Sindhu's hopes for a second consecutive Olympic medal, having won a silver in 2020 at Tokyo. Despite putting up a tough fight, Sindhu ultimately fell short against Bingjiao, who is known for her strong and consistent performances in international events.
In an exhilarating match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Indian shuttler PV Sindhu dominated her opponent He Bing Jiao, securing her position in the women's singles pre-quarterfinals. With an outstanding display of skill and precision, Sindhu secured a definitive win against her Chinese opponent. Fans can catch the live coverage of Sindhu's match on Sports18 and JioCinema in India.
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu showed her prowess on the court as she defeated Estonia's Kristin Kuuba in straight sets to advance to the Round 16 stage of the women's singles event at the Paris Olympics. Sindhu dominated the match with her aggressive stance and powerful shots, securing a comfortable 21-5, 21-10 victory. She will now face a tough opponent from China in the next round. The news portal, IBNS, remains committed to providing unbiased and factual news, allowing readers to form their own opinions.
Manu Bhaker, who clinched two bronze medals at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, revealed in an interview that she was so obsessed with fellow Indian athletes PV Sindhu and Neeraj Chopra that she used to make fake social media profiles to defend Sindhu against trolls. This revelation drew a reaction from Sindhu who praised Bhaker for her determination and resilience to bounce back after a heartbreak in Tokyo 2020. Bhaker's performance has not only made her an inspiration for the country, but also a role model for the next generation of Indian athletes.
Telugu superstar Ram Charan and his wife Upasana showed their unwavering support for badminton ace PV Sindhu by attending her match at the Paris Olympics on Sunday. Upasana shared the couple's experience on social media, including videos of themselves cheering for Sindhu, taking a tour of the Olympic Village with the athlete, and even petting their dog Rhyme. The couple's presence undoubtedly added to the already enthusiastic crowd supporting Sindhu, who went on to win her match against Maldives' Fathimath Abdul Razzaq.
Indian badminton star PV Sindhu started her Paris Olympics campaign with a comfortable win over Fathimath Abdul Razzaq from Maldives. In a post-match interview, Sindhu revealed how she was confident of defeating her opponent thanks to Prakash Padukone's mentorship. She also talked about her struggles with injuries and how her support system kept her motivated.
The highly-awaited Parade of Nations at the Paris Olympics 2024 saw India's top athletes making a grand entrance in traditional Indian attire on a boat at the Seine River. Ace shuttler PV Sindhu and table tennis veteran Sharath Kamal proudly held the tri-colour while the rest of the team cheered on the streets. The Indian contingent was greeted with loud cheers and fanfare from the crowd as they made their way through the historic city. Other notable stars, including Neeraj Chopra, were missing from the parade as they are yet to arrive in Paris.