India Sends 39-Member Team to Junior Badminton Championship in China

New Delhi, August 18, 2024 – India has sent a strong team of 39 players to participate in the junior badminton championship for under 15 and 17 years of age, starting in China on Tuesday.

The team is led by Shyam Bindiganville in the under-17 category and Tanvi Patri in the under-15 category. Shaina Manimuthu will feature in both singles and doubles events in the under-17 category, partnering with Aikya Shetty in the doubles.

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India has a rich history in this championship, having won one gold, silver, and bronze medal each in the previous edition held in China last year. The team will look to build on this success and bring home more medals this year.

Notably, India will host the Junior World Championship next year, providing a great opportunity for young Indian shuttlers to shine on home soil.

The championship in China will be a great platform for the young Indian players to gain valuable experience and test their skills against top players from around the world.