PV Sindhu Hits Out at Critics, Says 'I Didn’t Lose the Gold, I Won the Silver' in Her Latest Instagram Post
PV Sindhu posted a picture of her with the silver medal on Instagram
Ace Indian shuttler PV Sindhu recently had to settle for the second consecutive silver medal in the Badminton World Championship after losing to Spain’s Carolina Marin in the final match. The 23-year-old has, however, hit back at her critics saying that her “silver sparkles”. Sindhu lost to Marin 21-19, 21-10 in the final of women’s singles of BWF World Championship 2018.
Sindhu posted a picture of her with the silver medal and in the lengthy caption wrote: “Never give up, never give in, and when the upper hand is ours, may we have the ability to handle the win with the dignity that we absorbed the loss” – dough Williams. It brings me an immense amount of pleasure to bring back the silver consecutively 2nd year in the BWF world championships. I didn’t lose the gold, I won the silver and I can proudly say my silver sparkles.” PV Sindhu Vows to Come Back Stronger, Targets Gold at Asian Games 2018
The Rio Olympics silver medallist was happy about her consistent performance despite going down in the summit clash. “It was indeed a wonderful week in Nanjing, in spite of losing in the finals I had some great matches. I have been really happy about my consistent performance over the rankings. I believe that patience and persistence make un-beatable combination for success, hence have complete faith that my gold shall come soon!! It’s amazing how I have received so much love and support from people all around the world, and that keeps me going!” Sindhu added.
Sindhu also thanked her team, sponsors, and physiotherapist. “And finally I want to thank my amazing team, who have stood by me like a pillar throughout the tournament and also thanks to all my sponsors whose been supporting me and a special thanks to my Physio who has always been waiting to treat me and take care of me whenever I want to and always being there for me. And finally thanks to all my coaches who helped me in and out and also been so kind always,” the Indian shuttler wrote. The Video of Sai Praneeth’s Incredible Shot at Badminton World Championships 2018 Is Going Viral
Sidhu recently said that she will work hard for the upcoming Asian Games and is hoping to dish out better performance this time. The Asian Games 2018 are scheduled to be held from August 18 to September 02 in Indonesia.
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