The 2026 India Open badminton tournament faced major disruptions due to bird droppings on court, monkeys in the arena, freezing temperatures, and Delhi's pollution. Players raised health concerns while officials denied lapses, sparking debates on safety s
Denmark's top badminton player Mia Blichfeldt criticises the playing conditions at the Indian Open, calling them unprofessional and unacceptable.
Danish badminton star Mia Blichfeldt criticizes hygiene conditions at Indira Gandhi Sports Complex after India Open exit, raising concerns ahead of World Championships.
Danish badminton star Mia Blichfeldt calls India Open conditions unacceptable and unprofessional, questioning New Delhi's ability to host the 2026 World Championships.
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Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi and Shiv Sena (UBT) MP Priyanka Chaturvedi slam organizers over mismanagement at India Open 2026 in New Delhi, citing bird droppings, monkeys, and air pollution issues.
Congress MP Abhishek Singhvi and Shiv Sena's Priyanka Chaturvedi raise serious concerns about poor infrastructure at India Open 2026, citing bird droppings and monkeys in stands.
The India Open badminton match between Loh Kean Yew and HS Prannoy was halted twice after bird poop landed on court. A monkey was also spotted at the practice arena, raising concerns about venue management.
The India Open badminton match between Loh Kean Yew and HS Prannoy was halted twice due to bird droppings on court, days after BAI denied pigeon issues. A monkey was also spotted at the practice arena.
Lakshya Sen defeated Japan's Kenta Nishimoto in straight games to reach the India Open quarterfinals. The Indian shuttler overcame a slow start with patience and defensive discipline.
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The India Open badminton tournament faced an unusual interruption as bird droppings halted a match, adding to the organizers' ongoing challenges with logistics and player complaints.
The India Open badminton tournament faced another setback when bird droppings on court halted play twice during a key match, adding to existing complaints about air quality and facilities.
Indian badminton star Lakshya Sen secured a spot in the India Open 2026 quarterfinals, emphasizing his strategy of concentrating on one point at a time during matches.
Lakshya Sen overcame Kenta Nishimoto with a crucial tactical adjustment, becoming the only Indian winner on a day of multiple defeats at the India Open Super 750.
Treesa Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand fought hard but lost a marathon 84-minute women's doubles match to China's Li Yi Jing and Luo Xu Min at India Open 2026.
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The Badminton World Federation acknowledged problems with hygiene and animal control at the India Open in Delhi but confirmed the Indira Gandhi Stadium will host the World Championships in August.
The Badminton World Federation has issued a statement addressing player concerns about the venue for the India Open 2026, ensuring readiness and player safety.
Lakshya Sen progressed to the India Open quarterfinals with a tactical win over Kenta Nishimoto. Kidambi Srikanth, H S Prannoy, and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy-Chirag Shetty suffered defeats.
World No.3 Anders Antonsen withdraws from India Open for third straight year citing extreme pollution, sparking calls to move tournament to cleaner cities.
The Badminton World Federation acknowledges player complaints about pollution, cold, and animal incidents at New Delhi's India Open, but defends venue upgrades and pledges better conditions for upcoming World Championships.
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A bird's droppings interrupted HS Prannoy's match against Loh Kean Yew at the India Open, causing a delay and adding to the event's organisational challenges.
Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen secured a straight-games victory against Japan's Kenta Nishimoto, booking his spot in the quarterfinals of the India Open 2026.
Bird droppings interrupted a crucial match at India Open 2026, raising questions about venue hygiene. The incident occurred during HS Prannoy vs Loh Kean Yew.
Former world champion Loh Kean Yew humorously blamed Delhi's hazy weather for draining players' stamina after his India Open win, while also addressing court drift and bird droppings.
Singapore's Loh Kean Yew defeated India's HS Prannoy at the India Open but complained about Delhi's pollution affecting his stamina. He said his performance dropped two levels due to the poor air quality.
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HS Prannoy's match halted twice as bird droppings fell on court at Indira Gandhi Stadium, adding to tournament's animal-related disruptions and player complaints about conditions.
HS Prannoy's match against Loh Kean Yew paused twice due to bird droppings falling on court. This follows monkey sightings and player complaints about conditions at the tournament.
World No. 3 Anders Antonsen withdraws from India Open for third year, citing hazardous Delhi air quality. BWF imposes $5,000 fine as tournament faces criticism over conditions.
PV Sindhu's India Open run ended in the first round with a loss to Vietnam's Nguyen Thuy Linh. Kidambi Srikanth and HS Prannoy secured wins for India on a mixed day at the Super 750 tournament.
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World No. 3 Anders Antonsen withdraws from India Open for third straight year, citing hazardous Delhi air quality. BWF imposes $5,000 fine as tournament serves as test for August World Championships.
