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Where do top Indian shuttlers rank in race to Paris Olympics after Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024

Published at :March 1, 2024 at 2:36 AM
Modified at :March 1, 2024 at 2:36 AM
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Manjit Verma


HS Prannoy, PV Sindhu, Satwik-Chirag are locked in for Paris Olympics.

India scripted history at the Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024 with the women’s team beating Thailand 3-2 in the final of the women’s competition to clinch a historic gold medal, the country’s first, in any category, in the history of the tournament.

The 17-year-old prodigy Anmol Kharb was the team’s hero, displaying extraordinary skill to defeat a more experienced opponent in the match that decided the match and gave India the victory.

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu, ranked 11th overall, set the tone for the gold campaign with a dominant performance in the opening singles rubber, defeating the 17th-ranked Supanida Katethong 21-12, 21-12.

After Sindhu’s victory, the dynamic pair of Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand carried on India’s momentum. After a fiercely contested match, they defeated Rawinda Prajongjai and Jongkolphan Kititharakul, ranked 10th, to give the Indian team a 2-0 lead.

But Thailand rallied, with Benyapa Aimsaard and Nuntakarn Aimsaard defeating Priya Konjengbam and Shruti Mishra in the doubles match to level the score at 2-2 and Busanan Ongbamrungphan defeating Ashmita Chaliha in the second singles rubber.

Anmol Kharb showed nerves of steel and defeated world No. 45 Pornpicha Choeikeewong with a commanding 21-14, 21-9 victory to complete India’s historic victory. Badminton Asia Team Championship offered some valuable point for all contingent.

With that in mind let’s see, how Indian shuttles fare in their race to Paris Olympics 2024 after Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024.

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Where do Indian shuttlers rank in race to Paris Olympics 2024 after Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024

HS Prannoy

After gaining most points among the Indian contingent in the race to the Paris Olympics after the Badminton Asia Team Championships 2024, HS Prannoy’s final total points of 74,897 have positioned him at a commendable sixth place in the overall ranking, indicating his strong standing in the competition.

Lakshya Sen

Lakshya Sen, holding the second position in the Indian contingent, has accumulated a total of 54,521 points. This places him at the 17th position in the final rankings. Sen needs to ensure more points to make it to Paris Olympics.

PV Sindhu

Dominating the Indian women’s singles rankings, PV Sindhu clinched the top spot with an impressive total of 58,542 points. This achievement propelled her to the 14th position in the final rankings, showcasing her formidable presence and relentless pursuit of excellence on the Olympic stage.

Aakarshi Kashyap

Holding the second position in the Indian rankings, Aakarshi Kashyap amassed a total of 30,380 points, securing the 42nd spot in the final ranking.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shettty

Emerging as the top contenders in the Indian men’s doubles category, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty accumulated an impressive total of 89,673 points, securing the fourth position in the final rankings. Their stellar performance underscores their prowess and determination to excel on the global stage.

M.R. Arjun/Dhruv Kapila

With a country rank of second and a total of 28,038 points, M.R. Arjun and Dhruv Kapila secured the 53rd spot in the final ranking. Despite facing stiff competition, their resilience and commitment to their craft shine through, promising future success.

Tanisha Crasto/Ashwini Ponnappa

Reigning supreme in the Indian women’s doubles category, Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa secured the top spot with a total of 49,810 points. This achievement propelled them to the 19th position in the final ranking, showcasing their synergy and determination to achieve greatness on the global stage.

Treesa Jolly/Gayatri Gopichand Pullela

Holding the second position in the Indian rankings, Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand Pullela amassed a total of 41,414 points, securing the 27th spot in the final ranking. Their exemplary teamwork and relentless pursuit of excellence highlight their potential to make significant contributions to Indian badminton.

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