While Sindhu has been seeded sixth and drawn in Group J of women's singles, Praneeth, the 13th seed is in Group D of the men's singles competition.
Rio Games silver medallist and reigning world champion PV Sindhu, is preparing in all ways and forms for Tokyo Olympics beginning July 23.
Sindhu has been seeded sixth and drawn in Group J of women’s singles. Praneeth, the 13th seed is in Group D of the men’s singles competition.
Sindhu will face Hong Kong’s world number 34 Cheung Ngan Yi and Israel’s Ksenia Polikarpova in the league stages.
“Finally, badminton players are renowned for fair play. And this will be another occasion where you show the world that while you are tough competitors, you compete in the best spirit of sport. I’m sure you will do the sport and your nation proud. Stay safe, enjoy the occasion, and all the best for your matches.”
World Champion and 2016 Olympic Games Silver medallist PV Sindhu on her way to prove herself at the Tokyo Olympics. She just made a step forwards as her request to buy advanced recovery equipment. It was approved by the Government on Friday.
“I am happy that it did not take even a day for the Sports Authority of India to approve my request for the recovery system. The clearance was really quick. I will be able to place an order and procure it in time to take it with me to the Olympic Games,” Sindhu said upon receiving the Administrative Sanction to procure the Game Ready recovery system on Friday.
The system circulates ice water and delivers intermittent compression through specific wraps for an athlete’s legs, arms, back, and shoulders. It helps reduce an athlete’s pain, spasm, and swelling by cooling the affected areas. The compression stimulates the flow of oxygenated blood.