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The Inspirational Biography Saina Nehwal
by T S Sudhir
Description:
Saina Nehwal’s phenomenal success as an international badminton player is one of the most inspiring stories of Indian sports.Saina comes from a middle-class family and has been groomed into a world-class player in the face of awesome odds.This is an account of her rise as a champion with the selfless support of her parents Dr Harvir Singh, an agricultural scientist, and Usha Rani and the dedication of her coaches.Saina ranks among the top few players in the world andis an icon for the young. But success hasn’t changed her.Strong family values make her the girl next door. She is known for her integrity, courage and persistence.The story also unfolds against the backdrop of Indian badminton fighting to earn its place in the sun in a country which worships only cricket.
About The Author
T.S Sudhir has been a familiar face on news television, having been at NDTV for 16 years. He now works full time in the digital media space. He also assumes the avatar of Tenali Rama on his political satire website of the same name.
Angaan
The Inspiring Saina…(feeling inspired!)It felt really good and inspiring after reading two books (Playing to win and Saina Nehwal: An Inspirational Biography) written on the youth icon, Saina Nehwal. One can take a lot of inspiration from her….and yes, of course the inspiration is not only in terms of the game but also in terms of hard work, dedication and staying focused. After reading these books, one realizes that the name and fame comes only after great efforts and tremendous hard work. From these biographies and autobiographies, one can get lot of inspiration in terms of believing in our dreams, chasing our dreams with all the dedication and efforts possible and giving our 100% and also accepting the fact that ups and downs are a part and parcel on the path to success.
Vishvesh
It felt really good and inspiring after reading two books (Playing to win and Saina Nehwal: An Inspirational Biography) written on the youth icon, Saina Nehwal. One can take a lot of inspiration from her….and yes, of course the inspiration is not only in terms of the game but also in terms of hard work, dedication and staying focused. After reading these books, one realizes that the name and fame comes only after great efforts and tremendous hard work. From these biographies and autobiographies, one can get lot of inspiration in terms of believing in our dreams, chasing our dreams with all the dedication and efforts possible and giving our 100% and also accepting the fact that ups and downs are a part and parcel on the path to success.
Shrawan
If Saina’s mother’s reaction was shocking, you probably don’t know what’s happening in China that is producing ‘world-class’ athletes in huge numbers. Saina’s success has already inspired many wannabe badminton champions across India and particularly AP. Let’s hope to get more world-champions in the near future.Parents’ support is probably the key to going in these paths. Her mother’s reaction was shocking indeed. Looks interesting but I am not at all interested in sports, so may not pick this book.
aashna
In Badminton-only woman Olympic medal winner,ranking ONE more than once ,winner several international tournaments -would play for next five or more years for Country,middleclass girl,pride of India as Marry Com and Sania Mirza,Padma Shree etc.Book reveals her story in readable manner.Struggle stories of these three girls must read,how they are making India proud?Must read book
Anupama
Mixed feelings about this book. It seems like the publishers wanted to cash in around the hype created after Saina won her Olympics medal in 2012. Just look at what else she has achieved in the past 3 years… She has become world no. 1 for Pete’s sake! Surely it would have made sense to wait for a few more years and include these details in the autobiography? I have tremendous respect for her as an athlete, but this book was below par. The only chapter that stood out was about her coaches, where she describes how she called one of them in the middle of the night when her mother took ill and he came all the way to the hospital. Those are the kind of stories we like to read in autobiographies!
Skryf Review
Amazing Book
To all the finer things we take for granted. To the butterflies and buuttercups. To chestnut and pine trees. To early mornings and birds. To fine breakfast and ice creams. To roads we never noticed. To reading a beautiful poem and to taking in the perfume of a rose.
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Krish Vinod (M No 16943)
amazing