Saina Nehwal Announces Separation from Husband Parupalli Kashyap
New Delhi: Badminton star Saina Nehwal on Sunday announced her separation from Husband P. Kashyap. The Olympic medalist confirmed her split from fellow shuttler Parupalli Kashyap after nearly seven-year marriage. In a heartfelt social media post on July 13, Saina shared that the decision was made after careful thought, citing the need for “peace, growth, and healing.”
“Life takes us in different directions sometimes. After much thought and consideration, Kashyap Parupalli and I have decided to part ways. We’re choosing peace, growth, and healing—for ourselves and each other. I’m grateful for the memories and wish nothing but the best moving forward. Thank you for understanding and respecting our privacy during this time” she posted on her Instagram story.
The duo tied the knot in December 2018.
Saina Nehwal: All You Need To Know
- Saina Nehwal hails from Haryana
- She caught everyone’s attention after winning the BWF World Junior Championships in 2008
- In the same year, she went on to make her first Olympic appearance but had to wait for another four years to bag a medal in the Summer Games.
- In 2008, she became the first Indian woman to reach the Olympic quarter-finals.
- She defeated, then-world number five Wang Chen of Hong Kong but lost to Indonesia’s Maria Kristin Yulianti.
- In 2009, Saina became the first Indian to win a BWF Super Series event.
- Her remarkable efforts were recognised as she was conferred with the Arjuna Award in 2009 and the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award in 2010.
- The shuttler has had a phenomenal career for India, transforming the sport in the country.
- Saina represented India in several premier badminton competitions, winning various trophies and medals.
- She is also the only female Indian player to hold the world No.1 ranking in the sport.
- Saina has played a significant role in inspiring thousands of athletes and youth in the country to strive for success.
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