Trisha and Gayatri reflect on bronze medal and lessons from Chinese champions

After the semi‑final exit at the 2026 BWF World Championships, Indian women’s doubles representatives Trisha Jolly and Gayatri Gopichand spoke candidly about their performance. They praised the Chinese champions Liu Shengshu and Tan Ning for their “aggressive yet patient” style, which ultimately disrupted the Indian pair’s rhythm.

Trisha said, “We won the first game and felt in control, but once they found their flow we lost ours. Their patience gave them an edge in every rally.” Gayatri added, “We were too eager for quick points and lacked the steadiness required against world‑number‑one players.” Both agreed that each point at this level demands unwavering concentration; a momentary lapse can swing the score dramatically.

The pair’s bronze medal is a historic win for India, ending a 15‑year drought in women’s doubles at the World Championships. They also celebrated their recent Arjuna Award recognitions, noting the award’s motivational boost throughout the tournament. Looking forward, Trisha emphasized the need to incorporate more shot variation, while Gayatri stressed cultivating patience. Together, they aim to turn the hard‑earned lessons into future victories at the Asian Games and beyond.