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Congrats! Saina first Indian woman to achieve World No. 1 rank

  • New Delhi : Ace shuttler Saina Nehwal has made India proud once again

  • She became first Indian to attain number one spot in badminton world rankings

  • For men, legendary Prakash Padukone had attained number one spot in badminton

  • Saina dislodged China's Li Xuerui from the top spot

  • After 2010, this is the first time any chinese player has lost that spot

  • Both Saina and All England champion Marin entered the India Super Series tournament with an eye to become the World No.1.

  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi also congratulated Saina for a great show and making India proud

  • Her father said now she needs to work harder.

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