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Saina Nehwal Awarded Rs.10 Lakh by BAI For Australian Open Win
Saina Nehwal defeated China's Sun Yu 11-21 21-14 21-19 in the thrilling final to clinch the Australian Open Super Series Badminton title
Saina Nehwal celebrates after winning her second Australian Open title. © AFP
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BAI announces Rs.10 lakh award for Saina Nehwal for Australian Open win
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Saina Nehwal clinched the Australian Open title for the second time
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This was Saina's first title win in 2016 season
New Delhi:
The Badminton Association of India (BAI), on Sunday, announced a reward of Rs. 10 lakh for Saina Nehwal for winning the Australian Open Super Series badminton tournament in Sydney.
The World No. 8 came from behind to beat China's Sun Yu 11-21 21-14 21-19 in the thrilling final match today to lift the trophy.
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It was Saina's first title of the season.
"I congratulate her for this marvellous victory. This is another milestone in her career. This win will sure motivate her for the most important Rio 2016 Olympics where she is leading the Indian Badminton contingent. I also congratulate her Coach Vimal Kumar and Support Staff, who have been on their toes to bring out the best of Saina," BAI President Akhilesh Das Gupta said.
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