Badminton Stars Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap Announce Separation
In a development that has surprised the Indian sporting community, badminton icons Saina Nehwal and Parupalli Kashyap have announced their decision to separate after nearly seven years of marriage. The high-profile couple, who have been central figures in Indian badminton for over a decade, confirmed the news through coordinated statements on social media late Sunday evening.
Nehwal, a former World No. 1 and an Olympic bronze medallist, shared a message with her followers stating the decision was made with "much thought and consideration." In her post, she emphasised the amicable nature of their parting. "Kashyap Parupalli and I have decided to part ways," she wrote. "We’re choosing peace, growth, and healing - for ourselves and each other."
The pair, who married in December 2018, have a shared history that extends back to their formative years training together at the prestigious Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad. Their journey from junior talents to global stars made them one of the nation's most celebrated sports couples.
Both athletes are pioneers of Indian badminton. Nehwal's historic bronze at the 2012 London Olympics was a watershed moment for the sport in India, and she became the first Indian woman to achieve the World No. 1 ranking in 2015. Kashyap is also a Commonwealth Games gold medallist and was the first Indian male player to reach the Olympic quarterfinals in 2012.
While the news marks the end of their personal partnership, their individual legacies as two of the most influential players in the history of Indian badminton remain firmly intact.
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