Indian badminton legend Saina Nehwal, known for her pioneering achievements in women’s badminton, has hinted at retirement due to a persistent knee injury and arthritis. The 34-year-old shuttler has struggled with her knee since 2016 and admits that her body can no longer withstand the demands of professional badminton. Saina, a bronze medalist at the 2012 London Olympics, reflects on her illustrious career and the difficult decision of saying goodbye to the sport.
Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal has revealed she is battling arthritis, forcing her to consider retirement by the end of the year. The former Olympic bronze medalist, who was the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in badminton, has struggled with injuries and acknowledges her career is in its final stages. She admitted that the pain and limitations caused by the arthritis make it impossible to train the usual hours needed to compete at the highest level.
