Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly Receive Late Arjuna Awards During Delhi World Championships
· Sports · India Today, NDTV Sports, Times of India
Gayatri Gopichand and Treesa Jolly were presented with the Arjuna Award six months after the 2026 BWF World Championships held in Delhi, marking the award’s return to the Gopichand family after 27 years. The pair beat 16th‑seeded American duo Allison Lee and Lauren Lam in the second round and moved into the pre‑quarters of the tournament. Both athletes noted the award’s arrival as a highlight of the day, with Treesa expressing that the honour fulfilled her father’s dream. Delays in handing out the award were linked to a revaluation effort by the Sports Ministry, despite the selection committee recommending names at the start of the year. The victory and recognition have reinvigorated the pair’s momentum as they seek to climb the world rankings again.
Why it matters
The late Arjuna Award underscores the importance of timely recognition for athletes and can influence morale and sponsorship opportunities for Indian badminton players.
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