Unnati Hooda Targets Medal in Home World Championships
· Sports · Indian Express, Sportstar, Times of India
Unnati Hooda, 18‑year‑old Indian badminton player, will debut in women’s singles at the World Championships against Myanmar’s Thet Htar Thuzar. A win would set her up to face 13th‑seeded Michelle Li or Chiu Pin‑Chian, then 8th‑seed Tomoka Miyazaki, and possibly Chen Yufei in the quarter‑finals. Hooda has trained mentally with a psychologist, emphasising pacing and composure after an early loss at the World Juniors. She also practiced with PV Sindhu but must adapt to windy conditions that have previously troubled her. Hooda believes an ambitious medal is achievable and plans to upset higher‑seeded opponents with sharp strokes.
Why it matters
Unnati Hooda’s results could raise the profile of Indian badminton at a major home event, inspiring emerging players and attracting more support for the sport.
Read the original report — Indian Express
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