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'India Will Be Called A Sporting Country In 10-15 Years': Sunil Gavaskar

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar on Monday said India will rise as a 'sporting country' in the next 10-15 years, while lauding historic achievements of javelin sensation Neeraj Chopra, chess prodigy R Praggnanandhaa and badminton star HS Prannoy. Chopra on Sunday became the first-ever Indian to win a gold medal at the World Athletics Championships, while Praggnanandhaa last week created history by reaching the World Cup final at 18 years. Prannoy defeated the world No 1 Viktor Axelsen en route to winning a World Championships bronze.

"Didn't Expect": HS Prannoy On Claiming First BWF World Championships Medal

After claiming his first-ever BWF World Championships medal, star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy said that he "didn't expect" it this year because of the "tough draw" of the tournament. Prannoy's dream run at the world event ended on Saturday after he lost 21-18, 13-21 14-21 to world number 3 Kunlavut Vitidsarn of Thailand in the men's singles semifinal to sign off with a bronze medal. While it was the player's maiden podium finish at the event, his achievement extended India's record of having at least one medallist in the showpiece since 2011.

"Didn't Expect": HS Prannoy On Claiming First BWF World Championships Medal

After claiming his first-ever BWF World Championships medal, star Indian shuttler HS Prannoy said that he "didn't expect" it this year because of the "tough draw" of the tournament. Prannoy's dream run at the world event ended on Saturday after he lost 21-18, 13-21 14-21 to world number 3 Kunlavut Vitidsarn of Thailand in the men's singles semifinal to sign off with a bronze medal. While it was the player's maiden podium finish at the event, his achievement extended India's record of having at least one medallist in the showpiece since 2011.

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn, BWF World Championships Semi-final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

India's star shuttler HS Prannoy is set to face Thaiand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semi-final of the ongoing BWF World Championships 2023. Prannoy extracted the last ounce of energy from his reservoir to hand a shock defeat to two-time defending champion Viktor Axelsen of Denmark in a thrilling 68-minute quarter-final on Friday. The victory also assured him of a podium finish at the world event. While at least a bronze is certain for the Indian shuttler, he can better it if he manages to continue his winning run in the tournament.

HS Prannoy Signs Off With Maiden World Championships Bronze Medal

HS Prannoy's dream run at the World Championships ended after he lost in three games to world number 3 Kunlavut Vitidsarn of Thailand in the men's singles semifinal to sign off with a bronze, extending India's record of having at least one medallist in the showpiece since 2011. The 31-year-old Prannoy squandered an opening game advantage and a 5-1 lead in the second as Vitidsarn, a three-time former world junior champion, dished out better defence and attack to win 18-21 21-13 21-14 and seal a second successive final spot. Notwithstanding the loss, it was a brilliant achievement for Prannoy as he became only the fifth Indian men's singles player to win a World Championships medal.

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn Highlights, BWF World Championships Semifinal: HS Prannoy Loses In Deciding Game, Ends Campaign With Bronze Medal

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn Highlights, BWF World Championships Semifinal: India's ace shuttler HS Prannoy settled with a bronze medal at the BWF World Championships after losing to Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semi-final match at the Royal Arena - Court 1 on Saturday. The Indian star made a dominating start after winning the opening game 21-18. However, Prannoy lost the second game, thanks to a brilliant comeback from Vitidsarn. The Thailand player won the second game 21-13 to take the match to the decider. In the deciding game, Vitidsarn outplayed Prannoy with a 21-14 margin.

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn Live, BWF World Championships Semifinal: HS Prannoy Aims To Better His Medal Colour

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn Live Updates, BWF World Championships Semifinal: India's ace shuttler HS Prannoy will be taking on Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semi-final of the BWF World Championships 2023 on Saturday. The match will be taking place at Royal Arena - Court 1 in Copenhagen, Denmark.

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn, BWF World Championships Semi-final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

India's star shuttler HS Prannoy is set to face Thai's Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semi-final of the ongoing BWF World Championships 2023. Prannoy extracted the last ounce of energy from his reservoir to hand a shock defeat to two-time defending champion Viktor Axelsen of Denmark in a thrilling 68-minute quarter-final on Friday. The victory also assured him of a podium finish at the world event. While at least a bronze is certain for the Indian shuttler, he can better it if he manages to continue his winning run in the tournament.

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'India Will Be Called A Sporting Country In 10-15 Years': Sunil Gavaskar

"Didn't Expect": HS Prannoy On Claiming First BWF World Championships Medal

"Didn't Expect": HS Prannoy On Claiming First BWF World Championships Medal

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn, BWF World Championships Semi-final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming

HS Prannoy Signs Off With Maiden World Championships Bronze Medal

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn Highlights, BWF World Championships Semifinal: HS Prannoy Loses In Deciding Game, Ends Campaign With Bronze Medal

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn Live, BWF World Championships Semifinal: HS Prannoy Aims To Better His Medal Colour

HS Prannoy vs Kunlavut Vitidsarn, BWF World Championships Semi-final: When And Where To Watch Live Telecast, Live Streaming