Amid Asian Games Chaos, Manu Bhaker Urges Athletes To Focus On Performance

Manu Bhaker and Pawan Sehrawat served as flag bearers for India during the 2026 Asian Games opening ceremony in Aichi-Nagoya. The double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker will compete in three shooting events, urging fellow athletes to prioritize performance over controversies. Simultaneously, PV Sindhu leads a 20-member badminton contingent, competing in singles and women's team events. The badminton tournament begins September 20, with the women's team facing Kazakhstan in the Round of 16 before potential matchups against Japan.