India’s star shuttler PV Sindhu will lead the badminton squad, aiming to secure her third consecutive medal following stellar performances in Rio and Tokyo Olympics. The Indian badminton team boasts a lineup of star players including Lakshya Sen, Chirag Shetty, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, and others.
Prakash Padukone to travel as mentor
Prakash Padukone is set to mentor Team India in Paris Olympics. Notably, ahead of the big tournament, double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu announced that Prakash Padukone will be her mentor. Additionally, Lakshya Sen, a product of the Padukone Badminton Academy (PPBA), underscores how Padukone’s inclusion will benefit India.
India’s badminto squad for Paris Olympics
This time, hopes will rest on new talents like Lakshya Sen for men’s singles, and Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy for men’s doubles. These young shuttlers have been in great form in recent months.
| Player | Event |
| PV Sindhu | women’s singles |
| HS Prannoy | men’s singles |
| Lakshya Sen | men’s singles |
| Chirag Shetty | men’s doubles |
| Satwiksairaj Rankireddy | men’s doubles |
| Tanisha Crasto | women’s doubles |
| Ashwini Ponnappa | women’s doubles |
Editor's Pick
Top Stories
