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training on his own at home, using limited space. He
practiced hitting against the wall, doing footwork drills,
and keeping himself fit.
When the pandemic started to ease, Nara joined a
new club, PB Phoenix. There, he met Arya, a talented
teammate who shared the same passion for badminton.
They often trained together and supported each other.
Nara and Arya competed in many tournaments.
The healthy rivalry between them motivated both to do
better.
One day, Nara suffered a serious wrist injury. The
doctor advised complete rest for several months. Nara
felt devastated and worried he might miss an important
championship. But Arya was always there for him,
giving encouragement and support.
“Arya, I’m afraid I won’t be able to compete,”
Nara said with a shaky voice. Arya patted his shoulder
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