They pawned jewellery, skipped holidays, split families chasing badminton dreams. Least you can listen
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They pawned jewellery, skipped holidays, split families chasing badminton dreams. Least you can listen

Indian Express·2h ago·Inspirational struggle

What Happened

Indian badminton players including Mithun Manjunath, Ayush Shetty, and Treesa Jolly overcome severe financial hardships while pursuing national and international success. Players sleep on terraces, families split geographically, mothers learn physiotherapy, and athletes endure hunger. Despite international recognition and tournament victories, financial security and employment remain elusive for many elite shuttlers.

Key Entities

Mithun ManjunathAyush ShettyTreesa JollySatwiksairaj RankireddyAll England BadmintonIndiaBangaloreUdipi

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