Saina Nehwal Reflects on Career, Mental Preparation, and Retirement at Rising Bharat Summit

At the Rising Bharat Summit 2026, Indian badminton icon Saina Nehwal reflected on her career, highlighting her mother's support in her rise to the top and the mental challenges of individual versus team sports. She discussed her retirement due to persistent injuries, including arthritis, expressing the difficulty of ending a 24-year career despite her desire to continue. Nehwal emphasized mental preparation for young athletes and shared insights on resilience shaped by sports' highs and lows.