I put the good playing and game first, and money, prizes are secondary.
PV SINDHUMy parents have been volleyball players, and my dad is an Arjuna awardee in volleyball.
More PV Sindhu Quotes
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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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I have learnt many things, but there’s more to learn. Every day is a new start.
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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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While I am training, I don’t go out for events, so rest days, in a way, take away that time. Apart from that, I just stay at home and rest, maybe relax at home and spend time with family.
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While there are many good courts in the country, we need to have good coaches for more players to come up. Not everyone can go to Gopichand Academy, and everyone cannot afford international tournaments.
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Since the Rio Olympics, the expectations are always high, and the responsibilities are also high. I am used to it now. You have to keep going and keep working hard.
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I think the coaches have to play a big role in the players’ development.
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When you lose, you keep thinking, ‘I could have done things differently,’ but at that moment, you can’t do anything, so it is important to let go.
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I love dressing up, and I’m aware that people do say that it can take your attention away from the game. But I disagree with this notion!
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Some tournaments maybe are important for others, while some are important for me.
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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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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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My coaches have always been on my side, motivating me to try harder and harder every day, which is not easy.
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Women’s badminton has become so competitive.
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I didn’t think I would have an Olympic medal at 21, but I knew I would give my best and play my game. I just viewed it as my first Olympics and that I would take it one match at a time, but to bring a silver home made me very, very happy.
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