Anand Pawar appeared a mere shadow of himself in the latter stages of the finals at the Bank of Scotland Intl. Badminton Championship. The grueling Saturday where Anand had in battle through two hard fought matches that went the distance most likely taking its toll. Anand succumbed to Rajiv Ouseph.17-21 8-21 in just 25 minutes.
It was a near clean sweep for England as their players captured all of the titles except the mixed doubles.
Anand who started is year outside the top 100 in the rankings has done well to move into the top 50. Son of former India internationals has Uday Pawar, he is one of the most improved players on tour this year and definitely a prospect for the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

Well done Anand, to reach the finals of the Scottish International.
You have played very well during the whole tournament to beat some top players.
Steve