Tokyo 2020 Olympics: How did Sindhu motivate herself after a crushing semis loss?

Updated : Aug 02, 2021 13:54
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Losing the semifinal of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics was a heart-crushing moment for India's PV Sindhu but how did the superstar find the motivation to return to the court and secure a bronze medal for India? 

Also Read: PV Sindhu | India's most decorated female Olympian

Interacting with the media after the 3rd place win Sindhu said, "There were a lot of mixed emotions whether I need to be happy that I got another chance or said that I lost in the semifinals, but my coach motivated me and told me that there is a lot of difference between bronze & 4th position. That really hit me and gave the motivation as winning a medal for India is important"

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