New Delhi, Jan. 14 -- Badminton Association of India (BAI) General Secretary Sanjay Mishra rejected the allegations of poor playing conditions at the venue of the ongoing India Open 2026 made earlier by Denmark shuttler Mia Blichfeldt.

The BAI General Secretary told ANI that the India Open tournament is a test event ahead of the BWF World Championships, which India is set to host in August. He noted that the coaches and players have praised the India Open arrangements. He added that Mia Blichfeldt has "some issues with dust and allergies", and the organisers can't do anything about that.

"This event is a test event for us before the BWF World Championships. Everyone has appreciated the wooden flooring and playing area here (Indira Gandh...