Rujula’s eye on taking her game to the next level

aiming high: Rujula’s short -term targets were elected to strong performances in Asian Juniors and world juniors. , Photo Credit: File Photo: K. Murali Kumar

The rising Karnataka badminton talent Rujula Ramu is set to start for India at the prestigious Badminton Asia Junior Championship in Indonesia in July.

The 17-year-old sealed his place directly through a tournament win-Ounx All India Junior Ranking Badminton Tournament here bypassing the recent-trial needs, underlining its current form.

“The winner will be chosen directly. I was worried, a little stressful. At the same time I felt everything better after winning. I was very happy,” said an Elated Ruzula. Hindu,

Rujula’s visit began when she was seven years old, Badminton developed with an accidental family activity. Her parents allowed her to embrace the game on her own terms and promoted her passion.

“There was no pressure from the day I started. He said that as long as you like it, they play it”. They are very helpful … even motivators. He never said that you have to win this tournament or it or [tournament]”He said.

Rujula attributed his frequent performances for a rigorous training diet, which usually included three sessions – two focused on playing and one on fitness. This approach should facilitate its infection in senior competitions from junior rank and help maintain its attacker game.

“I am an aggressive player. I really like these cross-court drops from my forehand as well as backhand side,” said Ruzula.

Rewa University is a pre-university student, India number 1 in the U-19 category and ranks fifth among the seniors. In March 2025, he performed his international skills by winning a silver medal in German Juniors.

“I did not play so many international internationals. This was the first time against all these people [top-tier players from Malaysia, China, and Japan]I really started well. And it continued the whole time, “Rujula said.

Further, Prakash Padukone was selected for a strong performance in Asian Juniors and world juniors in the short -term aspirations of the Badminton Academy Trainee.

“Long -term goals are to be Olympics. Olympics, World Championships and Commonwealth Games …” he insisted.

For this, Ruzula can take inspiration from stars like PV Sindhu and Ashwini Ponnappa.

“Looking at him [Sindhu] The train … Although she has achieved a lot, she still works with the same intensity. This inspires me to improve, ”Rujula signed.