I had once thought I would become a doctor but gave up on the thought soon enough. I took up the racquet instead. Later, when I saw my sister studying so much to become a doctor, I was like, ‘Thank God I am a shuttler!’
PV SINDHUSometimes it does upset you when you lose in the finals, or even in a quarterfinal or semifinal, especially when you think, ‘Maybe I could have played better,’ or even if you gave your 100 percent, and even then, you lose.
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The Olympic medal gave me a lot of confidence, and I went and won my first Super Series in Hong Kong. So in that regards, what Rio did was give me extra motivation and the confidence that now anything can happen.
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I have worked really hard since the age of eight, so each phase of my life is equally important.
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There will be many obstacles in the pursuit of your dreams. I had long hours of training, balancing studies and badminton.
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Women’s badminton has become so competitive.
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Since I’m the youngest in the family, I sulk when my parents deny me something, although I come around when they explain why it was denied.
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I think judging a shuttle is different everywhere, so there is a drift, but you have to be used to it. We can’t complain, as I think it is same for all.
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I would love to act in a film if it is based on my life. But then it all depends on who is making it and how much time it would require for me to shoot.
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There is always scrutiny and pressure from the media. I am always told that I have to win.
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Definitely, the aim is to become No.1.
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It is very important to be confident and strong even if you lose, because you know there are tournaments coming up next, and you have to be prepared for it.
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Most of the times, when I actually have rest time, I am travelling.
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Life has changed both on and off the court after the Rio Olympics medal. I have a lot of confidence on the court now and feel anything is possible. I also feel that I have improved my game. Off the court, I do get recognised more now.
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Win or lose, I always focus only on giving my 100%.
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I want to beat everyone I’m playing against.
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I was lucky to get good coaches and infrastructure that I needed. To become a champion, it is not just a few months’ practice: it takes years to make a champion.
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