Ayush Shetty confident of Thomas Cup success after stunning upset
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- Category: Asia
- Language: EN
- Published: 2026-05-02 01:16 UTC
- Sources: The Hindu
Twenty‑year‑old Ayush Shetty expressed belief that India can win the Thomas Cup after he defeated world No. 8 Lin Chun‑Yi 21‑16, 21‑17 in the second singles. The victory sealed the tie for India, boosting hopes for a historic run in the prestigious badminton tournament. The Hindu covered the match.
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