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HS Prannoy retired injured against Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo at Korea Open Super 500, continuing his tough season.
HS Prannoy (Image: BAI Media)
Indian shuttler HS Prannoy’s bid to rediscover his best form continues to be disrupted by fitness setbacks.
The World Championship bronze medallist was forced to retire midway through his opening-round clash against Indonesia’s Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo at the Korea Open Super 500 on Wednesday.
Prannoy was trailing 8-16 in the first game when he grimaced in pain and opted to withdraw, walking off the court in visible discomfort and frustration.
Struggle for Consistency Continues
Prannoy, 33, has endured a difficult season marked by early exits, though his performances have still reflected his ability to test the world’s elite. Notable wins over China’s Lu Guang Zu and close contests against compatriot Lakshya Sen and Denmark’s Anders Antonsen showcased glimpses of his fighting spirit.
However, injuries have repeatedly forced him to step aside, halting momentum whenever it seemed he was beginning to find rhythm.
Indian Campaign Comes To Abrupt End
Elsewhere, Ayush Shetty, the only Indian to claim a BWF title this season at the US Open Super 300, was outplayed by Chinese Taipei’s Su Li Yang 18-21, 18-21 in a 47-minute encounter.
Kiran George put up a spirited fight before succumbing 14-21, 22-20, 14-21 to former world champion Loh Kean Yew of Singapore.
In the women’s singles, Anupama Upadhyaya lost 16-21, 15-21 to fourth seed and world No. 8 Putri Wardani of Indonesia.
In mixed doubles, Mohit Jaglan and Lakshita Jaglan were defeated 7-21, 14-21 by Japan’s Yuichi Shimogami and Sayaka Hobara.
(with PTI inputs)
After training in the field of broadcast media, Siddarth, as a sub-editor for News18 Sports, currently dabbles in putting together stories, from across a plethora of sports, onto a digital canvas. His long-term…Read More
After training in the field of broadcast media, Siddarth, as a sub-editor for News18 Sports, currently dabbles in putting together stories, from across a plethora of sports, onto a digital canvas. His long-term… Read More
September 24, 2025, 21:45 IST
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