Indian shuttler Kidambi Srikanth is on a roll! He gave the nation a special Id gift as he clinched the Australia Open Super Series final on Sunday, just a week after winning the Indonesia Open Super Series. Srikanth gave one of the best performances of his career to beat the World Number. 6 and current Olympic champion, Chen Long of China.
While the nation is celebrating the majestic win by tweeting congratulatory messages, Srikanth’s house in Guntur is filled with visitors. “It’s an overwhelming moment for us,” said Srikanth’s father, Kidambi Krishna. “He was always passionate about the game. Even when he was in school, he won many accolades. I am so proud of him, not just as his father but also as an Indian,” he added.
proud parents: K. Radha Mukunda and Kidambi Krishna, Srikanth’s parents
When asked about the celebrations for Srikanth’s win, Kidambi Krishna said, “Many locals came to our house and wished us. All of us went to the stadium where Srikanth used to play, before he joined the Pullela Gopichand Badminton Academy. We distributed sweets there. I must thank Pullela Gopichand and the other trainers and physiotherapists who have trained Srikanth and made this possible.” Srikanth’s mother, too, is very happy and is eagerly awaiting his retun.
Chief National Coach for the Indian Badminton team, Pullela Gopichand, who has also trained Srikanth, believes that Srikanth is already a star. “It’s a special win as he has won major events back-to-back — something which not many players have achieved. Also, this was his third final in a Super Series. As his coach, I am very satisfied with his performance and the way he won both the series — from the player against who he won and with a brilliant score! His performance has been consistent,” he says.
“The past three weeks have been good for badminton overall. Although many pointed out that Saina Nehwal and P. Sindhu haven’t made it, someone represented our nation at the games, and even won the finals! This will boost the morale of many and help the sport grow in India, adds Gopi.”
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
These days we see that our youth are getting increasingly inclined towards the field of sports. It is becoming evident that along with studies, our new generations can see a future in sports as well. And our sportspersons, through their prowess, skills and accomplishments will win laurels for the country as well.
Sachin Tendulkar
Sachin Tendulkar — Heartiest
congratulations to @srikidambi on winning 2nd successive superseries title. Proud of you champion! #AustralianSS
Virender Sehwag
Virender Sehwag — Congratulations @srikidambi on beating
reigning Olympic & World Champion Chen Long & winning a 4th Superseries title. Take a bow, Srikanth!
KTR —
Many congratulations to @srikidambi on winning Australian open super series. 3rd super series in a row, way to go
Pullela Gopichand
Pullela Gopichand (Coach)
It’s a special win as he has won major events back-to-back — something which not many players have achieved. As his coach, I am very satisfied with his performance
