New Kid on the Block Makes his Mark
Having given a good account of himself at his first HSBC BWF World Tour Super 1000 event, Priyanshu Rajawat's face glowed despite defeat.
· DEV SUKUMAR
Although he’d lost the second round of the KAPAL API GROUP Indonesia Open 2023, Rajawat knew he’d measured up well against crowd favourite Anthony Sinisuka Ginting. Next time, he promised, the result would be different.
“It was a very good experience, and a great crowd. It’s overwhelming for me because he was in front of his home crowd and could get more confidence,” said the 21-year-old, winner of the Orleans Masters in April.
“I’ve gained a lot of confidence as I’ve played a good match against the world No.2. I’ve gained some experience as well, on how to approach such a match, in terms of strategy, and I’d like to maintain this. I was fine with his speed; I was quite comfortable as I’m quick myself.”