Saina Nehwal

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Unlike most youngsters who have school as their 'second home' where they meet and make friends, for me playtime has been at the Gopichand Badminton Academy in Hyderabad. When I am not playing a tournament, my days are spent at the Academy with my coaches, physiotherapists and colleagues, who are like family. We laugh and have so much fun.

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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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When I was a kid, my parents would play badminton, but I hardly joined them. I'd just pick up their racquets and fiddle around. Check out how the racquet was made... toss it around to see how light it was! At the time, I didn't even know I'd play badminton.

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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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After I win a match, I celebrate it by having an ice cream.

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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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Badminton is not as glamorous as cricket.

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I love winning more than I love playing badminton. Winning is everything.

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

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

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