Korea Open: Prannoy retires with injury; Ayush, Kiran lose on disappointing day for India

H. S. Prannoy’s campaign ended in disappointment, getting retired hurt, while Ayush Shetty bowed out as India’s challenge at the Korea Open 2025 concluded on the opening day of the main draw here on Wednesday.

Prannoy, 33, was trailing 5-8 against Indonesia’s Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo when he suffered an injury after playing a cross-court smash and clutched his right ribs.

After taking a medical timeout, he resumed play but appeared uncomfortable and was forced to retire at 8-16.

Ayush, the only Indian to claim a BWF title this season at the U.S. Open Super 300, was outplayed by Chinese Taipei’s Su Li Yang 18-21, 18-21 in a 47-minute encounter.

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Kiran George put up a spirited fight before succumbing 14-21, 22-20, 14-21 to former world champion Loh Kean Yew from Singapore.

In women’s singles, Anupama Upadhyaya lost 16-21, 15-21 to fourth seed and World No. 8 Putri Wardani of Indonesia.

In mixed doubles, Japan’s Yuichi Shimogami and Sayaka Hobara beat India’s Mohit Jaglan and Lakshita Jaglan 7-21, 14-21.

Published on Sep 24, 2025