Invented in India in a version called poona. British army officers learned the game about 1870. In 1873 the duke of Beaufort introduced the sport at his country estate, Badminton, from which the game derives its name.
Moreover, where was the first Badminton game played in India?
Considering this, who is the father of badminton?
He was ranked World No. 1 in 1980; the same year he became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships.
| Prakash Padukone | |
|---|---|
| Country | India |
| Born | 10 June 1955 Bangalore, Karnataka, India |
| Height | 1.85 m (6 ft 1 in) |
| Handedness | Right |
Who is known as the father of badminton?
The ‘father’ of badminton is generally accepted to be the Duke of Beaufort who lived in Gloucestershire, in England. The Duke’s residence, called Badminton House on the Badminton Estate, thus became the name of the game as it is commonly used nowadays.
Who is the No 1 badminton player?
Japan’s Kento Momota has retained the top spot, with 109118 point. Denmark’s Viktor Axelsen found himself in the second position, while his compatriot Anders Antonsen is ranked 3rd.
What is the old name of badminton?
Poona
What is PV Sindhu full name?
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu