March 4, 2021 1:35 PM
Swiss Open: Indian shuttlers Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap crashes out
In Swiss Open badminton, ace Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal and Paruppalli Kashyap have crashed out of the tournament. Olympic medalist Saina Nehwal lost in a tough fight with Thailand's Phittayporn Chaiwan 16-21, 21-17, 21-23 that lasted 58 minutes while Kashyap lost to lower ranked Padlo Abian of Spain 15-21, 10-21 in straight game. However, young prodigies Praneeth, Saurabh Varma and Ajay Jayaram advanced to the second round. P. V. Sindhu also picked up a comfortable win.