Asian Games 2026: PV Sindhu Criticises Badminton Scheduling, Says Did Not Get Time for Recovery
- Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu criticized Asian Games badminton scheduling on Sunday after losing her quarterfinal to Chen Yufei, citing three matches in 24 hours prevented adequate recovery.
- Cramped scheduling forced many singles players, including Unnati Hooda and Sindhu, to compete in three matches within 26 hours, leaving minimal time for physical recovery between rounds.
- Lacking Hawk-Eye technology on Court 4 at Ichinomiya Gymnasium Hall, Sindhu challenged disputed line calls, asserting camera systems are essential for fairness in crucial quarterfinal matches.
- Following official complaints from teams like Japan, organizers adjusted time schedules for some events. Chinese player Tan Ning protested the arrangement as "unfair" to officials.
- Focusing on her immediate process, Sindhu prioritizes injury prevention and career longevity rather than committing to the 2030 Asian Games, emphasizing year-to-year decisions.
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Times of IndiaAsian Games 2026: Sindhu Criticises Badminton Scheduling After Playing 3 Matches in 24 Hours
Sindhu was scheduled to play two matches on Saturday, with the second match ending after midnight. She then returned to the court on Sunday for her quarterfinal match against Chen Yufei of China which Sindhu lost
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