India had a remarkable performance in the badminton singles at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, with Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu claiming gold medals in the men’s and women’s competitions respectively. The possibility of an all-Indian final in the men’s draw was within reach but eventually dashed when Malaysia’s Ng Tze Yong made a strong comeback to defeat Srikanth Kidambi in a three-game thriller.
In the other semi-final, Lakshya Sen emerged victorious against Singapore’s Jason Teh in a closely contested match. The gold medal contest was equally intense, as both finalists, Ng and Sen, displayed exceptional skills. Despite a strong start from Ng, Lakshya Sen fought back and claimed victory in a classic match.
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Reflecting on his win, Sen expressed his happiness and described it as a dream come true. He attributed his success to maintaining a match-by-match approach and instilling self-belief. Sen highlighted the turning point in the match as the second game, where he took the lead and played patiently, giving him the confidence to secure the win in the third game.
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In the bronze medal match, Srikanth Kidambi defeated Jason Teh in straight games to join his Indian teammate on the podium. England’s Toby Penty narrowly missed out on a semi-final spot after a defeat to Kidambi in the quarter-finals.
Moving on to the women’s singles, PV Sindhu aimed to follow in the footsteps of Saina Nehwal, who won gold at the Gold Coast in 2018. Sindhu also sought to complete her own set of medals, having previously secured Commonwealth bronze in 2014 and silver in 2018.
Sindhu showcased her prowess by defeating Singapore’s Yeo Jia Min in the semi-finals. In the other semi-final, Michelle Li of Canada staged an incredible comeback against Scotland’s Kirsty Gilmour in a thrilling three-game match. However, Sindhu proved too strong for Li in the final, securing a comfortable victory.
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Expressing her joy, Sindhu mentioned her long-awaited desire for a Commonwealth Games gold and dedicated her win to the supportive crowd. She expressed gratitude to the crowd for boosting her confidence and promised to celebrate with her team before returning to India to celebrate with her family.
Yeo Jia Min claimed the bronze medal, preventing a British presence on the podium, with a victory over Kirsty Gilmour.
FAQs
Q: Who won the gold medal in the men’s singles at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham?
A: Lakshya Sen from India won the gold medal in the men’s singles event.
Q: Who claimed the gold medal in the women’s singles at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham?
A: PV Sindhu from India won the gold medal in the women’s singles event.
Q: Did Srikanth Kidambi win a medal in the men’s singles competition?
A: Yes, Srikanth Kidambi won the bronze medal in the men’s singles competition.
Q: Did any British players reach the podium in the badminton singles at the Commonwealth Games?
A: No, there were no British players on the podium in the badminton singles at the Commonwealth Games.
Summary
India had an outstanding performance in the badminton singles at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu claimed gold medals in the men’s and women’s singles events respectively. Although an all-Indian final in the men’s draw seemed possible, Malaysia’s Ng Tze Yong dashed those hopes with a strong comeback. In the women’s singles, PV Sindhu fulfilled her long-awaited dream of winning a Commonwealth Games gold. The event showcased thrilling matches and impressive performances from players around the world. Srikanth Kidambi secured the bronze medal in the men’s singles, while Yeo Jia Min claimed bronze in the women’s singles. Overall, it was a memorable tournament with Indian players shining on the global stage.
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