{
  "id": 10009790,
  "title": "Treesa-Gayatri, Unnati beat higher-ranked opponents, reach Asian Games last 8",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/26/treesa-gayatri-unnati-beat-higher-ranked-opponents-reach-asian-games",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-09-26T15:36:57.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "The Indian Express",
    "slug": "the-indian-express",
    "url": "https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/badminton/asian-games-badminton-treesa-jolly-gayatri-gopochand-unnati-hooda-higher-ranked-opponents-10895371/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Treesa Jolly-Gayatri Gopichand and Unnati Hooda, two badminton players from India, have defied expectations by advancing to the Asian Games quarterfinals. Despite being ranked lower due to injuries and lack of recent competition, the duo has shown remarkable skill and determination in recent matches. Treesa and Unnati faced off against world-ranked Japanese players Yuki Fukushima and Mayu Matsumoto, defeating them 24-22, 21-18, and securing their spot in the quarterfinals. Unnati Hooda, who is ranked 6th in the world, also proved her mettle by defeating World No. 6 Putri Kusuma Wardani of Malaysia, 21-19, 21-13. Both players showcased impressive footwork and strategic play, keeping their opponents guessing and pushing them to their limits. Their victories demonstrate that they are among Asia's best eight badminton players, even as they prepare for the Asian Games in 2026.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}