Badminton player HS Prannoy says he believes the 2026 Asian Games could be his last, while also keeping his long-term focus on the Los Angeles Olympics.
Both outlets report Prannoy’s comments as he weighs his future after the next edition of the Asian Games. The reporting frames his statement as an indication of where his career planning may be heading, rather than as a definitive retirement announcement. India Today adds that, despite the possibility that 2026 may be his final Asian Games appearance, Prannoy continues to pursue the goal of competing at the 2028 LA Olympics.
The coverage aligns on the central point—that Prannoy expects his Asian Games involvement may end in 2026—while differing slightly in emphasis. The Hindu presents the statement as potentially his last Asian Games, whereas India Today highlights the Olympics motivation and the dream of qualifying for Los Angeles.
