India’s leading men’s doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, have officially withdrawn from the upcoming Badminton Asia Championship, as confirmed by their coach Tan Kim Her. The withdrawal marks a significant shift in the tournament lineup, given the duo’s status as India’s premier men’s doubles team and consistent performers on the international stage. The decision comes amid preparations for other major competitions and signals a strategic focus on athlete fitness, scheduling management, and long-term performance optimization in international badminton circuits.
