Prannoy Haseena Sunil Kumar, born on July 17 1992, is widely known as HS Prannoy. He is an Indian badminton player who currently trains at the Gopichand Badminton Academy in Hyderabad. One of the architects of India’s historic triumph at the Thomas Cup in 2022, Prannoy is one of the senior pros in badminton circuit.
MEDAL RECORDS
| Tournament |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympics | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| World Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian Games | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Commonwealth Games | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Thomas Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Asia Team Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| South Asian Games | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Youth Olympic Games | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| World Junior Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
About HS prannoy
HS Prannoy has secured bronze medals at both the 2023 World Championships and the 2022 Asian Games. Prannoy was also part of India’s victorious team at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Born in Delhi, he achieved a career-high world ranking of number 6 in August 2023. He studied at Kendriya Vidyalaya Akkulam.
Early Life and Background
HS Prannoy, born to Sunil Kumar and Haseena Kumar, took up badminton at age 10, encouraged by his father, a former player. Initially rejected by coaches for singles, his talent was later spotted by national coach Pullela Gopichand, who played a crucial role in his professional development at the Gopichand Badminton Academy.
PERSONAL LIFE
Prannoy got married to long-time partner Swetha Gomes on September 14 2022. During the 2018 World Championships, Prannoy was diagnosed with Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) and affected with COVID-19 in November 2020. However, he revitalized his career in late 2021, re-entering the top 10 in December. Over the past year, he has been the most consistent Indian singles player.
Paris Olympics News
Career highlights
- Asian Games 2023: Bronze medal
- Youth Olympics 2010: Silver
- Thomas Cup 2022: Gold (Men’s team)
- Commonwealth Games 2018: Gold (Mixed team)
- BWF World Junior Championships 2010: Bronze
Awards and Recognitions
- 2022: Arjuna Award
Road to Paris Olympics 2024
HS Prannoy qualified for the Paris Olympics by finishing ninth in the Race to Paris, accumulating 75,847 points. The Race to Paris takes into account the top 10 tournaments during the Olympic cycle’s qualification period, which ran from May 1, 2023, to April 28, 2024. He has defeated notable players like Chen Long, Lee Chong Wei, Taufik Hidayat, and holds a 3-2 record against Lin Dan.
Training & PREPARATION
Prannoy had meticulous preparation for Paris 2024, focusing on both mental and physical readiness. “In the past three to four years, I’ve adopted a different approach. Forming a support team has been crucial, and this transformation has been pivotal for my journey. Age might be just a number, but dedication and hard work shape your story,” Prannoy said during his preparation for the Paris Olympics.
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Events at Paris Olympics 2024
Men’s Doubles Badminton Schedule
| Date | Time (IST) | Rounds | Venue |
| July 27 | 11:00 AM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 27 | 4:30 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 27 | 10:00 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 28 | 11:00 AM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 28 | 4:30 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 28 | 10:00 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 29 | 11:00 AM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 29 | 4:30 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 29 | 9:10 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 30 | 11:00 AM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 30 | 4:30 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 30 | 9:10 PM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 31 | 11:00 AM | Men’s Single (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 31 | 4:30 PM | Men’s Singles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| July 31 | 7:30 PM | Men’s Singles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| August 1 | 9:40 AM | Men’s Singles (Round of 16) | La Chapelle Arena |
| August 1 | 2:10 PM | Men’s Singles (Round of 16) | La Chapelle Arena |
| August 2 | 5:40 PM | Men’s Singles (Quarterfinal) | La Chapelle Arena |
| August 4 | 10:50 AM | Men’s Singles (semi-final) | La Chapelle Arena |
| August 5 | 9:45 AM | Men’s Singles (Bronze Medal Match) | La Chapelle Arena |
| August 5 | 3:40 PM | Men’s Singles (Men’s Singles) | La Chapelle Arena |
Quotes and Interviews
Future Prospects
India’s highest-ranked men’s singles shuttler, HS Prannoy, who will make his Olympic debut at Paris 2024, is hopeful of returning with a medal and emphasized the importance of being both mentally and physically prepared. It could be his first and only Olympics, as the 31-year-old might retire before the next event.
