Prakash Padukone
Prakash Padukone is India's first All England Badminton Champion and a revered coach and mentor
Delivers insightful messages on sports excellence and mental toughness.
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english, hindi, kannada
10+ years
disruption, masterclass, empathy and communication, discipline and consistency, lessons from sports
About Prakash Padukone
Prakash Padukone is a legendary name in Indian sports, someone whose journey shaped the very foundation of badminton in the country. Born in Bengaluru, Prakash Padukone rose to prominence at a time when badminton barely had the visibility, infrastructure, or encouragement it enjoys today. His story is one of extraordinary determination and quiet resilience. With limited access to world-class training, he pushed boundaries through sheer discipline, carving a path that would later inspire generations of Indian athletes. His career reached a historic peak in 1980, when he became the first Indian to win the prestigious All England Open Badminton Championships and attained the World No. 1 ranking. It was a moment that changed the narrative of Indian badminton forever.
What sets Prakash Padukone apart is not just his achievements but the grace, humility, and clarity with which he approached the sport. He spent six years in Denmark, absorbing global techniques and training methods to refine his craft. When he returned to India, he brought back far more than experience; he brought back a vision. That vision resulted in the iconic Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy, an institution that has mentored and shaped some of India’s finest badminton talent for decades. If Indian badminton is thriving today, his mentorship, leadership, and foresight remain key contributors. Booking Prakash Padukone as a motivational speaker for your event means bringing in a voice that has lived excellence, built champions, and inspired the sporting ecosystem of India.
He received the Arjuna Award in 1972, acknowledging his early promise and commitment to Indian sport. In 1982, he was honoured with the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards. He won the 1978 Commonwealth Games Gold, secured numerous international titles, and later co-founded the Quest for Gold program aimed at enhancing India’s Olympic performance. Prakash Padukone remains a true pioneer—an athlete, mentor, and visionary who transformed Indian badminton from the grassroots upward.
Prakash Padukone is a legendary name in Indian sports, someone whose journey shaped the very foundation of badminton in the country. Born in Bengaluru, Prakash Padukone rose to prominence at a time when badminton barely had the visibility, infrastructure, or encouragement it enjoys today. His story is one of extraordinary determination and quiet resilience. With limited access to world-class training, he pushed boundaries through sheer discipline, carving a path that would later inspire generations of Indian athletes. His career reached a historic peak in 1980, when he became the first Indian to win the prestigious All England Open Badminton Championships and attained the World No. 1 ranking. It was a moment that changed the narrative of Indian badminton forever.
What sets Prakash Padukone apart is not just his achievements but the grace, humility, and clarity with which he approached the sport. He spent six years in Denmark, absorbing global techniques and training methods to refine his craft. When he returned to India, he brought back far more than experience; he brought back a vision. That vision resulted in the iconic Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy, an institution that has mentored and shaped some of India’s finest badminton talent for decades. If Indian badminton is thriving today, his mentorship, leadership, and foresight remain key contributors. Booking Prakash Padukone as a motivational speaker for your event means bringing in a voice that has lived excellence, built champions, and inspired the sporting ecosystem of India.
He received the Arjuna Award in 1972, acknowledging his early promise and commitment to Indian sport. In 1982, he was honoured with the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards. He won the 1978 Commonwealth Games Gold, secured numerous international titles, and later co-founded the Quest for Gold program aimed at enhancing India’s Olympic performance. Prakash Padukone remains a true pioneer—an athlete, mentor, and visionary who transformed Indian badminton from the grassroots upward.
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Career Highlights and Achievements of Prakash Padukone
Arjuna award
Honored with the Arjuna award for outstanding achievement in badminton
All England Champion
Became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championship
Commonwealth Gold Medalist
Secured the gold medal at the 1978 Commonwealth Games
National & International Titles
Won numerous national and international titles, showcasing his dominance
World Cup Badminton Medalist
Bagged a bronze medal at the 1983 World Cup in Kuala Lumpur
Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy
Founded the academy to nurture stars like Pullela Gopichand & Lakshya Sen
Quest for Gold Program
Co-founded the Olympic Gold Quest initiative to enhance India’s performance
Mentor to Indian Badminton
Played a pivotal role as mentor and guide to India’s next generation of champions
Administrative & achievement Roles
Served in various administrative roles within Indian badminton
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Prakash Padukone
Prakash Padukone is India's first All England Badminton Champion and a revered coach and mentor
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