BAI announces Rs 10 lakh reward for Saina Nehwal for win in Australian Open final

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New Delhi, June 12: The Badminton Association of India (BAI) today (June 12) announced a reward of Rs. 10 lakh for Saina Nehwal for winning the Australian Open Super Series badminton tournament in Sydney.

The World No. 8 came from behind to beat China's Sun Yu 11-21 21-14 21-19 in the thrilling final match today to lift the trophy.

BAI announces Rs 10 lakh award for Saina Nehwal for win in Australian Open final — India’s ace shuttler Saina Nehwal with the trophy after winning her second Australian Open Superseries title.

It was Saina's first title of the season.

"I congratulate her for this marvellous victory. This is another milestone in her career. This win will sure motivate her for the most important Rio 2016 Olympics where she is leading the Indian Badminton contingent. I also congratulate her Coach Vimal Kumar and Support Staff, who have been on their toes to bring out the best of Saina," BAI President Akhilesh Das Gupta said.

PTI

Story first published: Tuesday, August 8, 2017, 10:12 [IST]

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BAI announces Rs 10 lakh reward for Saina Nehwal for win in Australian Open final