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"Garden Mein Ghoomne Wala": Sunil Gavaskar Blasts Lakshya Sen's Olympics 2024 Meltdown

The Paris Olympics 2024 has been a bittersweet experience for the Indian sports fans. After the high of the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, where India returned with a record seven medals, the expectation was that at the Paris Olympics, the haul would be bigger. However, following a string of narrow misses and some unlucky incidents (like the Vinesh Phogat disqualification), India won six medals. Badminton was one sport where India has fared well in the last three editions.

Starting from the 2012 Olympics, Indian badminton stars have returned with at least one medal. However, this time there were no medals. The star duo of Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty could not enter the semi-finals. Singles player Lakshya Sen became the first Indian male shuttler to enter the Olympic semi-final but lost crucial matches despite being in a strong situation.

Amid such displays, badminton legend Prakash Padukone said that It was time for the badminton stars to bring home good results as there was enough support from the government and other stakeholders.

The comment was criticised by many. Former Indian cricket team captain Sunil Gavaskar, however, has supported Prakash Padukone and critisiced Lakshya Sen's mental block.

"As far back as 2017/18, Prakash, who I unfortunately meet rarely, had told me about this kid, Lakshya Sen. He had taken him under his wing and was his guide and mentor. He would have watched Lakshya's progress step by step. As he came to the cusp of an Olympic medal, Prakash was by the courtside along with the hard-working and indefatigable Vimal Kumar to see the fulfillment of not just Lakshya's dream but also that of the entire community of Indian badminton lovers," Gavaskar wrote in a column for Sportstar.

"To then see a 20-17 and 7-0 lead being squandered off in the semifinal (vs Viktor Axelsen) and then lose the bronze medal match (vs Lee Zee Jia) after winning the first game comfortably must have been gut-wrenching indeed. He, Vimal Kumar, the BAI, and the government's TOPS had done everything possible, but when it came to the crunch, Lakshya was, in the famous words of the Indian cricket team captain (Rohit Sharma), 'garden mein ghoomne wala.'"

Gavsakar felt that Lakshya had lost his "thought and concentration".

"For those who watched both the semifinal and the bronze medal matches, it did appear that Lakshya had lost his trend of thought and concentration in the way he looked at his racquet as he sipped from his water bottle in between points or at the changeovers," Gavaskar wrote.

"I could be completely wrong, but on TV, it looked like a blank expression, and that's usually a sign that the mind has wandered. Concentration and focus are things that no coach or trainer can ever teach. It can be developed over the years by the athlete by observing other champions and having an inner resolve, but there's no specific program for it. Yes, mind trainers are around, but they can only do so much and not more. It's got to be within the athlete."

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Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty vs Aaron Chia-Soh Wooi Yik LIVE, Badminton Men's Doubles Paris Olympics 2024: Indians Lead In Third Game

Olympics 2024, Satwik-Chirag Shetty Badminton Men’s Doubles LIVE Updates© AFP Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty Badminton Men’s Doubles LIVE: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty are engaged in an intense fight in the third game against Aaron Chia/Wooi Yik Soh (Malaysia) in the men’s doubles badminton quarter-final of the Paris Olympics 2024. The Indians are third seeded while their…

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Bonjour Paris 2024! A Huge Kintree Welcome to Our Olympic Stars!

The magic of the Olympics returns, and this time, the City of Lights, Paris, takes center stage! We at Kintree are bursting with pride as we celebrate the incredible Indian athletes who qualified for the 2024 Games.

Their dedication, passion, and relentless pursuit of excellence are truly inspiring. From badminton smashes to wrestling takedowns and perfect shots on the shooting range, these athletes are ready to showcase their talent on the world's biggest sporting stage.

A Big Kintree Salute to Our Olympians!

Let's meet some of the incredible athletes representing India in Paris:

Lakshya Sen: Prepare to be mesmerized by his finesse and agility on the badminton court! Lakshya, go for the gold in the Men's Singles competition.

Harmanpreet Singh: We know you'll lead the Indian Men's Field Hockey team with strategic brilliance!

Vinesh Phogat: A true powerhouse! We're excited to see your versatility shine in both Women's Freestyle Wrestling and the Women's 50m Rifle 3-Positions.

Sift Kaur Samra: Sharpshooter alert! We're rooting for you in the Women's 50m Rifle 3-Positions, Sift Kaur!

Antim Panghal: Your agility and determination on the wrestling mat are awe-inspiring! Go, dominate the Women's Freestyle 53kg competition.

Lovlina Borgohain & Nikhat Zareen: We know the boxing ring will witness some powerful punches! Give it your all in the Women's 75kg and 50kg categories, Lovlina and Nikhat.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy & Chirag Shetty: The dynamic duo – "Satwik-Chirag"! We can't wait to see your incredible teamwork in Men's Doubles Badminton.

PV Sindhu: The badminton queen returns! Bring your magic to the court and bring home the gold once again!

Neeraj Chopra: Tokyo's golden hero is back! We have no doubt you'll aim for the gold again in the Men's Javelin Throw, Neeraj!

The Olympics: A Celebration of Family, Sport, and Legacy

The Olympics is a culmination of years of family support and sacrifice. Many of these athletes have families who have been their guiding lights throughout their journeys. Kintree, the family tree app, empowers you to connect with your own family and celebrate the legacies that inspire you.

Uncover Your Family's Story with Kintree

As these Olympians compete for glory in Paris, remember that Kintree is here to help you explore your own family's story. With our user-friendly family tree maker app, you can:

Build a beautiful family tree that spans generations

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We hope the 2024 Paris Olympics will be an unforgettable experience for our Indian athletes and all those watching. Remember, Kintree is always here to help you celebrate the champions in your own family!

Merçi and Bon courage to all our Olympians!

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French Open 2024, Semi Finals Highlights: Satwik-Chirag defeat world champs to reach yet another final; Lakshya bows out

French Open Semi Finals Badminton 2024 Live: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty and Lakshya Sen will look to reach final French Open Semi Finals 2024 Highlights: Badminton world No. 1 doubles pair Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated South Korea’s Seo Seung Jae and Kang Min Hyuk in the men’s doubles semifinals at the French Open Super 750 tournament in Paris. Earlier, Lakshya Sen…

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Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2024: Satwik-Chirag finish runners-up after going down against world champions Kang and Seo

Asian Games gold medallists Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy fought hard but could not get the better of world champions Kang Min Hyuk and Seo Seung Jae of South Korea in the men’s doubles final of the Yonex-Sunrise India Open 2024 at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium on Sunday. The Indian combination went down 15-21, 21-11, 21-18 in an hour and five minutes to finish runners-up in the…

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The Sports Ministry on Wednesday put its stamp on the nominations for the annual sports awards, confirming the prestigious Khel Ratna honour for badminton players Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty and the Arjuna award for 26 sports persons, including pacer Mohammed Shami.

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Hangzhou Asian Games: Satwik-Chirag enter final, keep first-ever badminton gold medal hopes alive | Asian Games 2023 News

NEW DELHI: The men’s doubles duo of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty delivered a stellar performance, advancing to the final and bringing India closer to securing its first-ever badminton gold at the Asian Games in Hangzhou on Friday.Ranked at No. 3 in the world, this formidable pair, which had previously been part of the silver-medal-winning Indian men’s team last week, put on a…

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Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy Reach Career-Best World No. 2 Position

Following their victory at the Korea Open, India's top men's doubles team of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy moved up to a career-high second spot in the most recent BWF rankings on Tuesday.

In the men's doubles rankings, Satwik and Chirag moved up a spot, replacing the Chinese team of Liang Wei Keng and Wang Chang who they had upset in the Korea Open quarterfinals the week before. With victories at the Korea Open (Super 500), Swiss Open (Super 300), and Indonesia Open (Super 1000) this year, the defending Asian champions have 87,211 points overall.

The world number one pair of Fajar Alfian and Muhamad Rian Ardianto were defeated by Satwik and Chirag in the Korea Open last week after coming back from a game down. This was their fourth final of the year.

The two are unbeaten in their last 10 BWF World Tour matches and have not lost a single final this season. PV Sindhu, who has won two Olympic medals, managed to keep her standing in the top 17 after leaving the Korea Open early.

Saina Nehwal, who won bronze in the London Olympics, has fallen one position to number 37. The top-ranked shuttler in India is still HS Prannoy, who is now ranked 10th in the men's singles standings, which are currently held by Victor Axelsen of Denmark.

Lakshya Sen, the champion of the Canada Open, dropped to world number 13 after skipping the Korea Open, but Kidambi Srikanth, who has been in poor form, is still in the top 20.

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Congratulations, Mr. Satwik Sai Raj Rankireddy and Mr. @Chirag Shetty, on your extraordinary win!

🏆💪 The way the Indian pair smashed the reigning world champions out of the court at the Indonesia Open to win India's maiden BWF Super 1000 title has created HISTORY! 🌟🇮🇳

💯🤩 Your remarkable journey serves as an inspiration to all of us! 🌟🌟 The way you bounced back from setbacks and conquered the finals is beyond incredible! You are the embodiment of passion, teamwork, and indomitable spirit! 💥🌈

Your names will forever be engraved in the history of badminton as legends! 🏸💫

Keep shining, keep inspiring, and keep reaching for the stars! 🌟🤝

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Satwik-Chirag, HS Prannoy enter Indonesia Open semifinals | Badminton News

NEW DELHI: India’s Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty delivered a stunning performance by defeating the top-seeded pair of Fajar Alfian and Muhammad Rian Ardianto in the men’s doubles quarterfinals of the Indonesia Open World Tour Super 1000 event. Satwik and Chirag, seeded seventh in the tournament, dominated the match and secured victory in straight games.With unwavering determination,…

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We're going with do-or-die approach to achieve specific goals, not playing like robots: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy | Badminton News - Times of India

We’re going with do-or-die approach to achieve specific goals, not playing like robots: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy | Badminton News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Absolute clarity about goals, frequent mental tune-ups, and taking time off from the game are the primary reasons behind Indian shuttler Satwiksairaj Rankireddy‘s dream run this season alongside Chirag Shetty. Satwik and Chirag on Sunday added another crown to their cabinet when they claimed the French Open Super 750 title, becoming the first Indian pair to achieve the feat. The…

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We're going with do-or-die approach to achieve specific goals, not playing like robots: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy | Badminton News - Times of India

We’re going with do-or-die approach to achieve specific goals, not playing like robots: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy | Badminton News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Absolute clarity about goals, frequent mental tune-ups, and taking time off from the game are the primary reasons behind Indian shuttler Satwiksairaj Rankireddy‘s dream run this season alongside Chirag Shetty. Satwik and Chirag on Sunday added another crown to their cabinet when they claimed the French Open Super 750 title, becoming the first Indian pair to achieve the feat. The…

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Slow shuttle, hen cooking, robust protection and mate care helped Satwik-Chirag win the French Open Super 750

Slow shuttle, hen cooking, robust protection and mate care helped Satwik-Chirag win the French Open Super 750

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will all the time have Paris. When the Eiffel Tower lit up and the 2 snatch a fast click on in a dreary night shortly after profitable their greatest Tour title – the French Open Super 750. Or when Paris’ power conservation marketing campaign—with the top saving for winter not depriving them of Russian oil in view of the invasion of Ukraine—throws the…

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Slow shuttles, cooking chicken, a tight defense and caring for partner help Satwik-Chirag win French Open Super 750

Slow shuttles, cooking chicken, a tight defense and caring for partner help Satwik-Chirag win French Open Super 750

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty will always have Paris. When the Eiffel Tower is lit up and the duo snatch a quick click in a fading evening soon after they win their biggest Tour title yet – the French Open Super 750. Or when Paris’ energy conservation drive – saving up for the winter with the end of Ukraine invasion not in sight depriving them of Russian oil – throws the architecture…

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Shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy And Chirag Shetty Reach French Open Men's Doubles Final | Badminton News

Shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy And Chirag Shetty Reach French Open Men’s Doubles Final | Badminton News

Shuttlers Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty on Saturday reached the final of the ongoing BWF French Open tournament after beating the South Korean pair of Choi Sol Gyu and Kim Won Ho. The Indian pair defeated the Koreans 21-18, 21-14 in a match that lasted 44 mins. Chirag and Satwik were dominant right from the get-go as Choi and Kim struggled for consistency. The Commonwealth Games…

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Chirag-Satwik win first-ever doubles Gold at Badminton Asia Championships in 58 years; BAI announces 20 lac reward money

The Indian men’s doubles pair of Chirag Shetty and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy created history here on Sunday as they clinched the gold medal after beating Malaysia’s Ong Yew Sin and Teo Ee Yi in the final of the Badminton Asia Championships 2023.  Shetty and Rankireddy defeated the Malaysian pair 16-21, 21-17, 21-19 in a thrilling men’s doubles final that lasted an hour and seven minutes. BAI…