Expat fans from East Asian countries have taken to calling him Kidambi, and the day he lost to World. “What we will have to see is whether we can still give a 100 percent physical effort just three days after playing in Paris. WFI blamed local organisers for not providing them good facilitiesfor Indian team’s preparations. She was broken three times and her 38 winners just offset 33 unforced errors. Both India sub-continental and world media rights are in offer and it is the former that is the most coveted due to the massive interest that the tournament generates. She continued her fiery play into the second set but on match point tightened up and hit an errant backhand, disappointing a New York crowd that had been rooting for the underdog. The auction is set to take place in Mumbai and the winner will be awarded media rights for five years between 2018 and 2022. John will be in charge of the team till a suitable replacement is found for a smooth transition. “I don’t think it was the right moment to take this decision. Ironically, she gets asked every time she wins a doubles title, if it’s her last.