Search results
Prakash Padukone (born 10 June 1955) is an Indian former badminton player. He was ranked World No. 1 in 1980; the same year he became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships. He was awarded the Arjuna award in 1972 and the Padma Shri in 1982 by the Government of India. [2]
Aug 8, 2024 · Prakash Padukone (born June 10, 1955, Bangalore [Bengaluru], India) is an Indian badminton champion who dominated the national badminton scene for almost a decade (1971–80) and put India on the sport’s international map.
Known for his graceful movement on a badminton court, Prakash Padukone was considered one of the leading singles players in the world in the late 1970s and 1980s. Born on 10 June 1955 in Bengaluru, Karnataka, Prakash Padukone grew up at a time when India was not too enthusiastic about badminton.
- wikibio.in
- › Sports
Prakash Padukone is a former Indian Badminton player. He was considered as one of the finest shuttlers of his era. He played a vital role in promoting the sport of badminton in India.
Jun 10, 2021 · Prakash Padukone turned 66 on June 10 and he is undoubtedly one of the greatest athletes in Indian history. He was the torchbearer of Indian badminton in the 1970s and 80s and scored several high-profile wins under his belt.
Mar 29, 2020 · In an interview with Sportstar, India's first men's singles champion at All-England spoke of his Danish sojourn, evolution of Indian badminton and more.
From practising in marriage halls to leading a rebellion against the then badminton federation - the legendary Prakash Padukone traces the history of badminton in India through his career.
Prakash Padukone is a legendary badminton player from india. In the year 1980, he was ranked world no. 1. He won All England Open Badminton Championship and became the first indian person to do so.
Oct 3, 2020 · Stars of the Past: Prakash Padukone. Indian badminton’s transition to the Open era happened through a mild-mannered bank employee who was to be the flagbearer for the country from the late 1970s through the next decade.
Mar 13, 2017 · Padukone's attacking game and half-smash frustrated King. The first game lasted barely eight minutes, with the Indian winning 15-8. The final was a totally different experience for King, two...
Related searches
