Saina Nehwal Quotes

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Saina Nehwal

Profession : Athlete

Birth : March 17, 1990

I really thank my parents for giving me the good sense to not get into anything wrong. There are many people around who like controversies, and I actually wonder how do they do it. I don't have the courage to get into controversies. There are people who love it; I find it silly.

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

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

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I think studies are really important and shouldn't be compromised.

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I enjoy three meals a day, and 90 per cent of what I eat is vegetarian and homemade. I occasionally eat non-vegetarian, and chicken preparations are my favourite.

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I'm a normal girl. I don't go out much, and I don't know what is enjoyment.

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

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I was really surprised when I was told that my grandmother did not come to see me till a month after my birth. I was born seven years after my only sister Chandranshu, and my birth was a big disappointment for her.

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

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Badminton will gain momentum in a big manner after my win in Olympics. More players will participate in the game now.

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My uncles and other relatives are against encouraging girls in every aspect, and that includes sports. I hardly interact with them. My parents are more open. They back me all the way.

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Badminton is not a popular sport in India.

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My schedule is too overwhelmingly full to think about the future.

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

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Men are domineering in rural Haryana, and that shows in sport, too.

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Badminton is not as glamorous as cricket.

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How well you eat and rest helps you analyse your energy reserves.

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Any girl who likes watching movies would like to work in them and would want to do all of that. I'm also one of them. But people know me for badminton and love me for it. So I'd stick to it right now. But maybe after badminton, I'll think about it.

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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.

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At nine, my mom used to tell me she saw an Olympic medalist in me. I used to take it as a joke, but she was very serious.

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