I was 18 when I was presented with the Arjuna Award. To say it feels really good would be an understatement. But I don’t know how else to convey the feeling. I am grateful for having received this prestigious award at such a young age.
PV SINDHUI 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!’
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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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I went to school like any other regular student till Class VIII, and my favourite subject was math. From Class IX, things got a little difficult to manage. I was inclined towards studies, but then I also had to give time to badminton.
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Playing for Hyderabad Hunters is a very good feeling.
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I prepare the same for every opponent.
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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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Winning a tournament at the end of the year boosts your confidence a lot.
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Many players are of the same standard; it all depends on how your strokes land on the other side of court.
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Previously, people were like, ‘She might win the tournament,’ but now it’s like, ‘She should win the tournament.’
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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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Hard work is the key for success.
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I consider the All England as like any normal super series tournament.
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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 each player has a different style of play, and every match is different.
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A small cold and cough can actually stop you from going where you are.
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There were many struggles, but my parents supported me a lot. Whenever I wanted anything, wherever I wanted to go, practice session etc., they were there for me.
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