Lesser Known Facts about P V Sindhu

P.V. Sindhu is an encouragement for the youth of the Nation. With her stunning performances at both national and international level tournaments, she has won millions of hearts. She is an incredible player and truly a gem. Here are some lesser-known facts about the Indian badminton queen, which we bet you didn't have a clue about.

Early Life & Education

 - PV Sindhu was born on 5th July 1995, in Vijayawada district of the state of Andhra Pradesh.

 - PV Sindhu's full name is Pusarla Venkata Sindhu. Her actual name is Sindhu, while Pusarla is her patronymic name.

 - Sindhu's Parents, P. V Ramana and P. Vijaya, both were professional volleyball players.

 - PV Sindhu is the tallest female badminton player of India. She has an impressive height of 5'11.

 -  She started playing badminton at a young age of 8 and used to travel more than 50kms in a day for her training.

 - Sindhu holds a graduation degree in B Com and has also completed MBA.

 - Sindhu was also awarded an honorary doctorate from the Chennai Vels University.

Honors

 - Sindhu was also bestowed with the post of the leader in the Commonwealth Games 2018, Indian parade.

 - In 2013, Alike her father, Sindhu was also granted with Arjuna award.

 - She was also awarded the FICCI breakthrough Sportsperson of the year 2014.

 - After two years in 2015, she was awarded the NDTV Indian of the year.

 - She was granted India's fourth highest civilian award Padma Shri in 2015, for her excellent contribution to Indian Badminton.

 - In 2016, Sindhu was honored with the highest sporting honor of India, the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award. 

 - She is so dedicated that to partake in the Grand Prix at Lucknow, she did not attend her sister's wedding.

As Player

 - Sindhu is the youngest Indian woman and the first female Indian shuttler to clinch a Silver medal in the Olympics.

 - She is also the only Indian badminton player to reach the finals at the Olympics.

 - In her free time, Sindhu loves to swim and relaxes with Yoga.

Personal Life

 - She does not watch so much T.V still she is a big fan of the actors Hrithik Roshan, Prabhas and Mahesh Babu.

 -  Sindhu is a foodie and also a hardcore non-vegetarian. She loves eating Chinese and Italian cuisines, but she never underestimates the Hyderabadi Biryani.

  - In 2015, Sindhu was appointed as the Deputy Collector in the Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh, in the Chief Commissioner of Land Administration office under the government revenue department.

  - Since July 2013, PV Sindhu has been employed as an assistant sports manager, with Bharat Petroleum.

  - She was also appointed as the first brand ambassador of Bridgestone India.

 -  Sindhu's on-court rival and Carolina Marin of Spain are best friends.

 - She is also friends with the Chinese shuttlers Wang Yihan and Wang Xin.

  - PV Sindhu gives the credit for her success to her Parents.

Inspiration

 - Sindhu's two greatest inspiration, her father, and her coach Pullela Gopichand.

Sindhu is much more than just being an eminent shutter. She is so much more. Did you know all these facts about Sindhu? Share these fascinating facts with your friends and family. We are always eager to hear your thoughts. If you know anything that we have missed out, share in the comments section below.