'Thank You For Putting Indian Badminton On The World Stage': PV Sindhu, Virat Kohli Hail Saina Nehwal's Legendary Career As She Confirms Retirement
Published on: Jan. 23, 2026, 3:47 p.m. | Source: Free Press Journal
Two-time Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal has confirmed her retirement from badminton, ending a trailblazing career that put India on the global stage. Tributes poured in from PV Sindhu and Virat Kohli. A former world No. 1, Saina won Olympic bronze, Commonwealth golds and major national awards before injuries and arthritis forced her farewell.
