PV Sindhu: Sindhu has had a disappointing 2023 season for a player of her caliber, but she will be hoping for a fresh start as the season comes to a close.
PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, announced on Sunday that she will be training at Prakash Padukone’s Bengaluru academy in the run-up to the Paris Olympics. “In my setup, Prakash sir is taking on the role of mentor. I began working with him at the end of August, and it’s been an uphill battle ever then.
He’s more than a mentor to me; he’s my leader, my guru, and, most importantly, a true friend. I am convinced that he holds the magic to bring out the best in my game. “I am so grateful he reached out to me with a single phone call while I was in Japan, and we’ve built on that connection exceptionally well,” Sindhu tweeted earlier this morning.
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She added: “Dear sir, I AM PUMPED!! Looking forward to training with you!”
Sindhu has been battling with form, and according to reports, the shuttler is suffering from a sore left knee. Sindhu expressed her thoughts on the matter, saying, “Definitely nothing major.” But I need to relax for a few weeks before beginning my rehabilitation. Because the Olympics are the ultimate goal. But first and foremost, my goal is to return perfectly fit. Coming back and playing is not a sure thing.”
Padukone, India’s renowned shuttler, is confidence in her ward’s ability to regain form. Padukone confirms that the long-term goal is Olympic gold, the only medal Sindhu has yet to win. She had earned a silver medal in Rio and a bronze medal in the previous games in Tokyo.
“The long-term goal is Olympic gold.” Nothing less will suffice. Along the way, I’d like to win the All-England title because I believe it’s one of the toughest tournaments on the circuit,” Padukone was cited in the report as saying.
PV Sindhu lackluster show in 2023
Sindhu has had a disappointing 2023 season for a player of her caliber, but she will be hoping for a fresh start as the season comes to a close. Aside from multiple first- and second-round exits, she reached the final of the Madrid Masters, where she was defeated by Indonesian Gregoria Mariska Tunjung. She reached the final four of the Malaysia Masters, the Canada Open, the Arctic Open, and the Denmark Open.
Frequently asked questions
What is Prakash Padukone famous for?
Prakash Padukone is a former Indian badminton player who was born on June 10, 1955. In 1980, he was ranked World No. 1 and became the first Indian to win the All England Open Badminton Championships. The Government of India bestowed upon him the Arjuna award in 1972 and the Padma Shri honor in 1982.
What are the important points about PV Sindhu?
Pusarla Venkata Sindhu, also known as PV Sindhu, is a professional badminton player from India and the first Indian woman to win an Olympic silver medal. Sindhu, who was born on July 5, 1995, in Hyderabad, is one of just two Indian badminton players to have won an Olympic medal, the other being Saina Nehwal.
Who inspired Sindhu to play badminton?
Sindhu now resides in Hyderabad. She went to Auxilium High School and St. Ann’s College for Women in Hyderabad for her education. Despite the fact that her parents were both prominent volleyball players, she chose badminton over volleyball because she was inspired by the success of Pullela Gopichand, the 2001 All England Open Badminton Champion.
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