India Open: Denmark's Mia Blichfeldt slams conditions at new venue (AFP Photo)
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Moneycontrol14-01-2026, 13:36

India Open: Danish Shuttler Slams 'Unhealthy' Conditions, BAI Refutes Claims

  • Danish shuttler Mia Blichfeldt criticized 'unhealthy surroundings' at the India Open Super 750 in New Delhi, despite a venue change.
  • Blichfeldt, ranked 20th, highlighted cold warm-up areas and bird droppings at the training venue, KD Jadhav Stadium.
  • Badminton Association of India (BAI) refuted the claims, stating Blichfeldt's comments were about the training venue, not the main playing arena at Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium.
  • BAI Secretary General Sanjay Mishra clarified that the playing arena is well-maintained and many players are satisfied.
  • Other players like Michelle Li and Ratchanok Intanon also noted cold conditions at the new venue, calling for heaters.

Why It Matters: Danish shuttler Mia Blichfeldt criticized 'unhealthy' conditions at India Open, which BAI largely refuted.

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