Saina Nehwal defeated local favourite Kristy Gilmour 21-19, 18-21, 21-15 to reach the semi-finals of the World Badminton Championships in Glasgow. The Olympic bronze medallist advanced to the semi-final when she staved off the challenge from local favourite Kristy Gilmour to assure herself of at least a bronze. Sindhu already making it to the semi-finals from the top half, this is the first time India will return with two medals from the BWF World Championships. “I was expecting a tough fight, but I was surprised she was playing so quick,” said Nehwal after the match. A precise down-the-line smash and then Gilmour slipping during a rally meant Saina had reduced the margin to 12-14.

Source: Mint August 26, 2017 06:00 UTC