The past year has been a challenging one for badminton players all around the world, and Indian player Kidambi Srikanth is no exception. However, Srikanth is now filled with confidence as he prepares for the upcoming three-tournament Asian Leg of the HSBC BWF World Tour 2020 in Thailand next month.
After months of lockdown and limited training opportunities, Srikanth is grateful for the time he had to work on his fitness and recover from his injuries.
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The three tournaments of the Asian Leg are the YONEX Thailand Open, TOYOTA Thailand Open, and the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2020, which mark the resumption of the badminton season.
Preparing for Success
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Srikanth, who held the title of world No.1 in 2018, is determined to make a strong comeback after a dip in form. During the lockdown period, he focused on strengthening exercises to build his fitness and worked on rehabilitation exercises for his injuries.
Reflecting on his preparations, Srikanth said, “The five-six months of lockdown helped me and now I feel really good about being back at training. The period between March and August helped rebuild me. I’m feeling very confident. I just want to play some tournaments now and see where my level is.”
Although Srikanth faced a defeat at the DANISA Denmark Open 2020 in October at the hands of Chou Tien Chen, he is optimistic about his performance. He believes that the tournament in Denmark helped him gauge the level of his game and highlighted areas for improvement.
Regarding the upcoming Asian Leg, Srikanth acknowledged that many players haven’t had the opportunity to play in the past nine months, making it a level playing field for everyone. He is focused on further improving his physical fitness, strokes, and coordinated movements as he looks forward to competing in Thailand.
Aiming for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games
Looking beyond the Asian Leg, Srikanth has his eyes set on the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games. With the qualification period beginning in March, Srikanth sees this as an opportunity to assess his progress and compete against the best in the world.
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As he works towards his goals, Srikanth expressed his desire to regain the top spot in the world rankings, saying, “Being ranked first is a great feeling. I’ll continue to work hard to reach No.1 again.”
FAQs
1. What are the upcoming tournaments for Kidambi Srikanth?
Kidambi Srikanth is preparing for the YONEX Thailand Open, TOYOTA Thailand Open, and the HSBC BWF World Tour Finals 2020 in Thailand.
2. How did Kidambi Srikanth spend the lockdown period?
During the lockdown, Kidambi Srikanth focused on strengthening exercises, rehabilitation exercises for his injuries, and working on his overall fitness.
3. What are Kidambi Srikanth’s goals for the future?
Kidambi Srikanth aims to qualify for the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and regain the title of world No.1. He is determined to continue working hard towards his goals.
Conclusion
Kidambi Srikanth is ready to face the challenges of the Asian Leg of the HSBC BWF World Tour 2020 in Thailand. After a period of lockdown and focused training, he feels confident about his game and is determined to make a strong return. With his sights set on the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games and reclaiming the top spot in the world rankings, Srikanth’s passion and dedication are sure to drive him towards success.
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