With two Olympic medals already under her belt, PV Sindhu is heading to Paris with the goal of making history. The Indian badminton ace is determined to cap off her Olympic career with a gold medal. By adding to her Rio 2016 silver and Tokyo 2020 bronze, Sindhu is striving to be the first individual Indian athlete to win medals at three different Olympic Games.
PV Sindhu, India’s two-time Olympic medalist, is looking to make history in Paris, setting a high bar for herself in the quadrennial event. The ace shuttler hopes to complete her medal collection with a coveted gold medal at the forthcoming Olympics. Sindhu, who won silver in the Rio Olympics in 2016 and bronze in Tokyo 2020, hopes to become the first Indian athlete to win three individual Olympic medals.
Reflecting on her journey, Sindhu expressed a deep sense of dedication to the upcoming Games. She told JioCinema that the drive for a third medal is what pushes her forward, and she is fully committed to chasing the gold. For her, the Olympics is about giving 200% effort. While she treasures the hard work and memories from 2016 and 2020, she views Paris 2024 as a new chapter where total commitment is the only option.
As one of the top players globally, Sindhu is utilizing her veteran experience to sharpen her quest for gold. While she plans to apply the wisdom gained from previous Olympics to her performance in Paris, she is careful not to become complacent. She acknowledges that winning three consecutive Olympic medals is a massive challenge, but she is determined to meet the expectations of her nation.
The 29-year-old athlete explained that focusing on the gold medal provides her with the confidence and inspiration she needs. Her current training regime is a blend of sheer hard work and strategic planning, ensuring she is physically and mentally primed for the specific demands of the competition day.
Sindhu is well aware of the fierce competition awaiting her in Paris. She noted that the Olympic stage brings out the absolute best in every athlete, meaning there are no easy matches. With world-class opponents like An Se-young, Akane Yamaguchi, Carolina Marin, and Tai Tzu-Ying all playing at an elite level, every single point must be fought for. She emphasized that in such a high-pressure environment, a single mistake can shift the entire momentum of a match.
Regarding her support system, Sindhu highlighted her collaboration with the legendary Prakash Padukone. Her current setup features a revamped team, with Padukone serving as her mentor and Agus as her coach. Their training is characterized by precision and efficiency. Sindhu feels privileged to have Padukone's guidance and believes his mentorship will be a key factor in her quest for another medal.