BAI chief congratulates Saina for reaching semis

LUCKNOW, Aug 2
Badminton Association of India (BAI) chief Dr Akhilesh Das today congratulated top Indian shuttler Saina Nehwal for making it to the women’s singles semi-final of the London Olympics.
In his message from London, where Dr Das himself was watching the match, hailed Saina’s feat and said it was a great day for Indian badminton as Saina became the first Indian ever to make it to the semi-finals at Olympics.
“It’s really a great moment for all of us and we all Indians should feel proud on Saina’s success. My best wishes are with her and I hope that she will continue her good run in the Olympics further,” states Dr Das.
Fourth ranked Saina defeated fifth seed Tina Baun 21-15, 22-20 in a thrilling quarterfinal match. She scored 10 points without breaking her service in the first game and 12 points with service in the second game.
“Saina’s success has brightened the chances of Indian winning yet another medal in the Olympics and we have high hopes from her in the event as she is just two steps away from winning the gold medal,” the BAI president said. (UNI)

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