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Injured HS Prannoy Withdraws From Denmark And French Open

Star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy has pulled out of the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament due to a back injury that troubled him during his maiden bronze medal-winning run at the recently-concluded Asian Games. The 31-year-old Indian had battled excruciating back pain to secure India's first medal in men's singles in 41 years at Hangzhou but now he will have to sit out for two to three weeks due to the injury. "We are not looking at playing any tournament this month. Something also came up in the MRI as well, so I will have to be out for 2-3 weeks, so I will not be able to play Denmark and France," Prannoy told PTI.

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"Will Open New Frontiers For The Sport": BCCI Lauds Cricket's Inclusion In 2028 Olympics

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) secretary Jay Shah has expressed his happiness at the inclusion of cricket in the Los Angeles Olympics 2028, saying that the Board has been a staunch supporter of International Cricket Council's efforts to get the sport to Olympics and the move will open new frontiers for the game. Cricket will be a part of the Los Angeles Olympic Games in 2028 and will make its return after 128 years to the multi-sport extravaganza, the International Olympic Committee (IOC) said on Monday. "The BCCI has been a staunch supporter of the ICC's efforts to include cricket as an Olympic sport. We are thrilled to witness this momentous occasion, which marks a significant milestone for the sport. Our active participation has been instrumental in promoting the case for cricket's inclusion in the Olympics. This initiative aligns with the idea of India hosting the 2036 Olympics, as envisioned by our Prime Minister (Narendra Modi)," Jay Shah said in a statement.

Injured HS Prannoy Withdraws From Denmark And French Open

Star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy has pulled out of the Denmark Open Super 750 tournament due to a back injury that troubled him during his maiden bronze medal-winning run at the recently-concluded Asian Games. The 31-year-old Indian had battled excruciating back pain to secure India's first medal in men's singles in 41 years at Hangzhou but now he will have to sit out for two to three weeks due to the injury. "We are not looking at playing any tournament this month. Something also came up in the MRI as well, so I will have to be out for 2-3 weeks, so I will not be able to play Denmark and France," Prannoy told PTI.

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Injured HS Prannoy Withdraws From Denmark And French Open

Oxford crowned the best in the Times' World University 2024 rankings. Where else made the grade?

Cricket to feature at 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

Hong Kong's West Kowloon cultural district: a must for art enthusiasts

"Will Open New Frontiers For The Sport": BCCI Lauds Cricket's Inclusion In 2028 Olympics

Injured HS Prannoy Withdraws From Denmark And French Open

Shock and retribution: Israel pounds Gaza after Hamas attack

China's gift to the world: the perfect cup of tea