Badminton is not a popular sport in India.

I never believed that India could win a medal in badminton because the competition is so tough.

Badminton is not as glamorous as cricket.

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

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

Both my parents were amateur badminton players. My father is a scientist and wanted me to be a doctor. But my mom was very aggressive and loved badminton. She pushed me right from the age of nine to take up the sport.