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Teen Shocks Badminton World in Lucknow Upset
27 Nov
Summary
- Sixteen-year-old Tanvi Sharma defeated former World Champion Nozomi Okuhara.
- Manraj Singh eliminated Asian Games bronze medalist HS Prannoy in straight games.
- Several Indian shuttlers advanced to the quarterfinals at the event.
The Syed Modi International witnessed remarkable performances from young Indian shuttlers on Thursday. Sixteen-year-old Tanvi Sharma emerged as a star, defeating seasoned Japanese player Nozomi Okuhara, a former World Champion, in a hard-fought three-set match.
In the men's singles, the biggest shock came when 20-year-old Manraj Singh upset Asian Games bronze medalist HS Prannoy. Prannoy was defeated in straight games, leaving the spectators in awe of Singh's spirited display. The event showcased a new generation of talent making their mark on home soil.
Further bolstering India's presence in the quarterfinals were the doubles pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayathri Gopichand, alongside singles players Unnati Hooda, Mithun Manjunath, Srikanth Kidambi, and Priyanshu Rajawat. These advancements highlight the growing depth of talent in Indian badminton.
