Sri Lanka Telecom supports Thilini Jayasinghe for Olympics

BADMINTON: Sri Lanka Telecom, the nation’s telecommunication powerhouse and the driving force behind several major sporting events is sponsoring Thilini Jayasinghe, the number one woman badminton player in Sri Lanka.

Ms. Leisha de Silva Chandrasena, Chairperson of Sri Lanka Telecom handed over the sponsorship cheque to Thilini Jayasinghe, who created history by becoming the first woman badminton player to represent Sri Lanka at the Olympics.

Thilini Jayasinghe, who began to impress in international tournaments within the last one year period, has won as many as two golds, two silvers and one bronze medals in the last seven international badminton federation tournaments.

Speaking on the significance of the sponsorship, Mrs. Chandrasena said “We are mindful of our role in helping to develop sporting talent in the country in order for them to make their mark on the international arena. Sports have played an important social and cultural role in Sri Lanka, helping to bring together both individuals and communities as well as crossing social boundaries.”

Sri Lanka Telecom has been continuously supporting the Sri Lanka Badminton Association (SLBA), sponsoring their key events over a period of several years. The company is committed to nurture the future talent in sports by supporting individual players, collaborating with sport governing bodies and partnering with major sporting events.