Indian badminton legend Pullela Gopichand has joined hands with the Indian Paddle Federation (IPF) as an advisor on June 8, 2023. The chief national team coach signed a strategic partnership with former bronze medalist Supriya Devgan to fast-track the racquet sport. 2017 BWF World Senior Badminton Championships.
Indian Paddle Federation, since its inception in 2018, is growing rapidly in the Indian market. The entry of Gopichand and Devgan will further increase its popularity among Indian fans. Gopichand, winner of the 2001 All England Open Badminton Championships, said he is thrilled to contribute to the development of padel in India and wants to use his experience to make it a mainstream sport.
“I am thrilled to join the Paddle Federation of India as an advisor and contribute to the growth and development of paddle in India. Paddle is an exciting sport with tremendous potential and I look forward to taking it to new heights,” said Gopichand. Committed to using the experience to
“Through this partnership, we aim to create a vibrant ecosystem, nurture talent and inspire a new generation of paddle players. Together with IPF, we look forward to fostering a culture of excellence in the Indian paddle community. Will work towards establishing it as a mainstream sport.
IPF President Sneha Sehgal revealed that the racquet sport has been witnessing a lot of growth ever since it was chosen as an independent discipline by the European Olympic Committees. He also said that the experience of Gopichand and Supriya will help Padel reach new heights.
“From being picked up as an independent discipline by the European Olympic Committees, to Qatar Sports Investment bankrolling premier paddles, paddle is taking the world by storm. At this juncture, we welcome Pullela Gopichand to the Indian Paddle Federation as a strategic advisor. Excited and honored to be joining. IPF President Sneha Abraham Sehgal said, Supriya Devgan will be joining the Indian Paddle Federation as a key board member.
“The cumulative experience of Gopichand and Supriya gives us the confidence to move forward strategically, so that padel becomes the most preferred racquet sport in the years to come. Since its inception in 2018, IPF has been diligently laying the foundation for fostering a sense of camaraderie among paddle enthusiasts through the successful rollout of national ranking tournaments and friendly matches.