Saina Nehwal quotes

Saina Nehwal is an Indian badminton player who has been among the world's leading athletes in the sport. She has won numerous international titles, including an Olympic bronze medal, and is celebrated for popularizing badminton in India. She continues to inspire young athletes through her achievements and perseverance. Here are 14 of her quotes:

Badminton is not as glamorous as cricket.

Saina Nehwal

Unlike most youngsters who have school as their second home where they meet and make friends, for me playtime has been at the Gopichand Badminton Academy in Hyderabad. When I am not playing a tournament, my days are spent at the Academy with my coaches, physiotherapists and colleagues, who are like family. We laugh and have so much fun.

Saina Nehwal

Both my parents were amateur badminton players. My father is a scientist and wanted me to be a doctor. But my mom was very aggressive and loved badminton. She pushed me right from the age of nine to take up the sport.

Saina Nehwal

Once you are satisfied with your goal, it is the real happiness.

Saina Nehwal

I cannot believe there is caste system in society; I cannot believe people are judged on the basis of their prosperity.

Saina Nehwal

I am a huge Bollywood fan, and my favourite actor of all time is Shah Rukh Khan.

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My hero is Roger Federer.

Saina Nehwal

Rankings are not so important. I am only focused on winning tournaments.

Saina Nehwal

After I win a match, I celebrate it by having an ice cream.

Saina Nehwal

I have always wanted an Olympic medal. I always wanted to see India's national flag going up at the podium.

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My philosophy is to not be scared of anyone. If I play well, great; if I dont, I learn from the match and move on.

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I don't think I have the ability or patience to teach badminton to others.

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