Satwiksairaj Rankireddy is one of the top Indian badminton players today. He and his partner, Chirag Shetty, are the only Indian doubles pair to have reached World No. 1 in the BWF World Rankings, won the BWF World Tour 1000 series, and became the first Indians to win gold at the Asian Games in badminton. They are one of India’s top medal hopes at the biggest stage, the Olympics.
SATWIKSAIRAJ RANKIREDDY
Age: 23
DOB: July 13, 2000
Sport: Badminton
Birthplace: Amalapuram
MEDAL RECORDS
| Tournament |  |  |  |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olympics | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| World Championships | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Asian Championships | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Commonwealth Games | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Asian Games | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Thomas Cup | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Early Life
Satwik Rankireddy was born in Amalapuram, Andhra Pradesh. He spent his childhood there and began playing badminton after following in the footsteps of his father, a former state-level player. In 2014, he enrolled at Hyderabad’s Pullela Gopichand Academy and decided to specialise in doubles.
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Personal Life
Badminton runs in Satwiksairaj’s family. His father was a former state-level player and his elder brother is also a badminton player.
Career Highlights
Major Achievements:
- 4 Medals at CWG (2x gold, 2x silver)
- 1 gold & 1 silver at Asian Games 2022
- Gold medal at Asian Championships
- Bronze medal at the World Championships
- World number-1 ranking in men’s doubles
Awards and Recognitions
- Guinness World record for the fastest hit by a male player in badminton – 565 km/h
- Arjuna Award – 2020
- Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award – 2023
Road to Paris Olympics 2024
Qualifying Events
The top 16 players got their tickets for Paris. Among these, the top eight pairs in the rankings were allowed two pairs per country, while the next best eight duos (with a maximum of one per country) got the ticket. Having finished third in the rankings, the duo also secured their place.
Training & Preparation
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy, alongside his partner Chirag Shetty, is aiming high for the 2024 Paris Olympics. They aren’t aiming to peak right now. While they’ve secured the World No. 1 ranking and shown strong performance at tournaments like the French Open, they’re saving their best game for the Olympics. This measured approach ensures they arrive in Paris sharp and ready to dominate.
Events at Paris Olympics
Men’s Doubles Badminton Schedule
| Date | Rounds | Venue |
| 27 July (1:40 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 28 July (1:50 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 29 July (12:50 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 30 July (1:50 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 31 July (1:50 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Group Stage) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 1 August (4:30 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Quarter-final) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 02 August (2:20 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Semi-final) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 04 August (6:30 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Bronze Medal Match) | La Chapelle Arena |
| 04 August (7:40 PM IST) | Men’s Doubles (Gold Medal Match) | La Chapelle Arena |
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Future Prospects
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy’s future is gleaming. His talent, strong partnership with Chirag Shetty, strategic training, and mental fortitude position him as a serious contender for the Paris Olympic medal, potentially gold. With age on his side, he has the potential to dominate badminton for years to come, inspiring future generations and solidifying his place as a badminton legend.
Conclusion
If there is one medal hope in Badminton this year at Paris Olympics 2024, Chirag Shetty has to play a huge part, along with his partner Satwik.
