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From the pioneering achievements of legends like Prakash Padukone and Pullela Gopichand to the groundbreaking successes of modern stars such as Saina Nehwal and P.V. Sindhu, Net Flickscaptures the spirit and resilience of Indian shuttlers. It delves into the challenges these athletes have historically faced-dearth of financial backing and limited access to top-notch coaching, training facilities and international exposure-and describes how they overcame these obstacles to reach the pinnacle of success.
Net Flicks narrates the stories behind India's historic victories, including the iconic All-England titles and the recent triumphs in the Thomas Cup and Asia Team Championships. It also highlights the role of dedicated journalists in advocating for players' rights and the significant impact of initiatives like the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) in promoting the sport.
With insightful anecdotes and expert analyses, Net Flicks celebrates the rise of badminton as a national passion, inspiring a new generation of players and fans. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a casual reader, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging look at India's love affair with badminton.
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As someone who has covered Indian sports for over five decades, I am truly impressed by the depth and insight offered in Net Flicks. Akshay and Vijay Lokapally provide an unparalleled account of the game's growth in India, paying tribute to the pioneers and modern stars who have inspired millions. Their work is a significant contribution to the chronicles of Indian sports history... -- S. Thyagarajan, Veteran sports journalist
Book Description
Net Flicks explores the journey of Indian badminton, highlighting the achievements and struggles of shuttlers from Prakash Padukone to P.V. Sindhu, while celebrating the sport's rise as a national passion through insightful anecdotes and expert analyses.
About the Author
Vijay Lokapally has written on cricket for more than three decades. He is a widely travelled cricket scribe with the distinction of having reported extensively on the game from practically every international venue.
Working since 1986 with The Hindu, a respected National newspaper, Lokapally is acknowledged for his insightful views on the game. He covered his first Test in 1981 as a freelancer and has the distinction of covering six limited-over World Cups for The Hindu and
Net Flicks Indias Smashing Affair With The Shuttle
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- ISBN: 9789356407077
- Author: Akshay Lokapally Vijay Lokapally
- Publisher: Bloomsbury
- Pages: 232
- Format: Paperback
Book Description
From the pioneering achievements of legends like Prakash Padukone and Pullela Gopichand to the groundbreaking successes of modern stars such as Saina Nehwal and P.V. Sindhu, Net Flickscaptures the spirit and resilience of Indian shuttlers. It delves into the challenges these athletes have historically faced-dearth of financial backing and limited access to top-notch coaching, training facilities and international exposure-and describes how they overcame these obstacles to reach the pinnacle of success.
Net Flicks narrates the stories behind India's historic victories, including the iconic All-England titles and the recent triumphs in the Thomas Cup and Asia Team Championships. It also highlights the role of dedicated journalists in advocating for players' rights and the significant impact of initiatives like the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) in promoting the sport.
With insightful anecdotes and expert analyses, Net Flicks celebrates the rise of badminton as a national passion, inspiring a new generation of players and fans. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or a casual reader, this book offers a comprehensive and engaging look at India's love affair with badminton.
Review
As someone who has covered Indian sports for over five decades, I am truly impressed by the depth and insight offered in Net Flicks. Akshay and Vijay Lokapally provide an unparalleled account of the game's growth in India, paying tribute to the pioneers and modern stars who have inspired millions. Their work is a significant contribution to the chronicles of Indian sports history... -- S. Thyagarajan, Veteran sports journalist
Book Description
Net Flicks explores the journey of Indian badminton, highlighting the achievements and struggles of shuttlers from Prakash Padukone to P.V. Sindhu, while celebrating the sport's rise as a national passion through insightful anecdotes and expert analyses.
About the Author
Vijay Lokapally has written on cricket for more than three decades. He is a widely travelled cricket scribe with the distinction of having reported extensively on the game from practically every international venue.
Working since 1986 with The Hindu, a respected National newspaper, Lokapally is acknowledged for his insightful views on the game. He covered his first Test in 1981 as a freelancer and has the distinction of covering six limited-over World Cups for The Hindu and
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