PANAJI: More reactions from Goan badminton players, show the incredible joy and pride at India’s historic triumph at the Thomas Cup. This is what they had to say.
“The feeling of excitement, pride and so many mixed emotions when Srikanth won the winning point made me think what the players were going through after having played such a near perfect final. I enjoyed the entire match and couldn’t imagine that India was actually winning the Thomas Cup. The Indian flag being raised really gave me a sense of pride.” – Sushil Nayak, State Player
“Heartiest Congratulations to the Indian team. This has paved the way for future successes from the next generation of badminton players.” – Anish Kamath, State Player.
“I had tears of joy in my eyes watching our team India celebrate their win after 3 intense matches. I learned so many things from these matches, and surely they will help me in future for the betterment of my game. I truely felt so proud to be an Indian. During the winners’ ceremony when our national flag reaches the max height with our national anthem, we all stand up for our national anthem, but behind curtain, stands hard work of our players. Salute to team India.” – Janhavi Mahale, State Player.
“It’s an historic moment for all of us . The Indian team put up an amazing performance at Thailand . I feel proud that our country has won it’s first ever Thomas cup .And I will strive to do the same for my country. Jai Hind”. – Lydia Barreto, Goa and India Player.
“For me India’s win in the Thomas Cup was very inspiring. What a game it was! I loved the tie match between Lakshya Sen vs Anthony Ginting the most, what a thriller it was. Got to learn new strokes, strategies and much more. At last it was a great win for the Mens team.” – Aryaman Saraf, State Player.
“Hearty Congratulations to our team. They have made us proud and great among Badminton playing world.” – Priyanka Carcal, State Player.
“Awesome win by the Indian team with all three thrilling exciting and intense nerves testing games in the Thomas cup final it was absolute heart touching and wonderful moment when Srikant won the grand finale point.” – Yash Halarnkar, State Player.
“Congratulations to Team India Thomas Cup team for their outstanding performance and clinching the Gold medal. History created! The entire nation is proud of you. You have inspired and motivated the young badminton talent in the country and instilled a ray of hope that India is nowhere behind in badminton, a sport dominated by countries like Japan,China,Indonesia,Malaysia for a long time now. Jo Jeeta Wohi Sikandar.
Mera Bharat Mahan!” –
Yash Desai, State Player.
“India winning the Thomas cup 2022 has made a huge mark in the sport of Badminton as it just has defined the depth of players our country has produced in this game lately. Followed this tournament and was such an emotional moment to watch our top shuttlers put up such a stellar performances match after match. Just could very well relate to the 1983 worldcup story. No one really even looking at this team to even be a threat in such a team event tournament and ending up to be the winners.. Wow…Just an amazing feeling.. Super proud of this team.” – Aniket Redkar, Player / Promoter.
“It’s a magnificent win for us. The hard work and dedication of the Indian team paid off. Winning against the 14 times champions says it all. Congratulations Team India.” – Ritika Chheluri
“It was a great Win and a inspiration to all emerging young players. We were fortunate enough to watch the live matches. We felt proud when the national anthem began. Thanks to all players and the support team who gave us this happy moments. Best wishes.” – Nidhi Desai, State Player.
“What a great win and one to remember, majority of the players in the Indian team being young have set an example that age is just a number and more importantly have inspired a lot of youths including myself. Extremely happy to see India lift the cup!” – Nishant Shenai, State Player.
