‘Telling the nation that I got money is ridiculous’: Ashwini Ponnappa expresses shock over SAI document | Paris Olympics 2024 News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ashwini Ponnappa, a prominent Indian doubles badminton player, expressed her disappointment on Tuesday regarding the lack of individual financial support from the sports ministry as she prepared for the Paris Olympics. She also mentioned that her request for a coach was rejected prior to the recently concluded Games.The Sports Authority of India (SAI)…

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‘Making excuses is where our country will win gold medals’: Gavaskar backs Prakash Padukone over Lakshya Sen criticism | Paris Olympics 2024 News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Legendary India batter Sunil Gavaskar voiced his support for badminton legend Prakash Padukone after he called for players to take responsibility and accountability following Lakshya Sen‘s defeat in the bronze medal match at the Paris Olympics last week.Lakshya let slip an opening game advantage and an 8-3 lead in the second, ultimately losing…

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