Saina Nehwal & Parupalli Kashyap Split: 'Choosing Peace, Growth And Healing'
Saina Nehwal announced on social media that she and Parupalli Kashyap are parting ways, after seven years of being married.
Saina Nehwal took to social media to annunce that she and Parupalli Kashyap 'have decided to part ways', seven years after their marriage.
'Life takes us in different directions sometimes. After much thought and consideration, Kashyap parupalli and I have decided to part ways. We're choosing peace, growth, and healing-for ourselves and each other. I'm grateful for the memories and wish nothing but the best moving forward. Thank you for understanding and respecting our privacy during this time," Saina Nehwal posted on her Instagram story.
How Was Saina Nehwal And Parupalli Kashyap's Love Story?
have played pivotal roles in elevating Indian badminton on the global stage. Saina became the sport's face in India when she reached the quarter-finals at the 2008 Beijing Olympics. Four years later, she made history as the first Indian badminton player to win an Olympic medal, securing bronze at London 2012. In 2015, she achieved another milestone by becoming the world No. 1—an unprecedented feat for Indian badminton.
Kashyap also broke new ground. After winning bronze at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, he became the first Indian male shuttler to reach an Olympic quarter-final in London 2012. In 2014, he ended a 32-year wait by clinching gold at the Commonwealth Games.
Their journey began in Hyderabad, where they trained under coach Pullela Gopichand. They started dating around 2004 during their junior years, with Saina's intense competitiveness driving Kashyap in every training session. Over time, their bond strengthened as they supported each other through highs and lows, especially during travels and international tournaments.
The 2010s brought significant milestones and challenges. While Saina amassed medals at the Asian Games and World Championships, Kashyap struggled with injuries that hampered his career, starting with a calf injury in 2015. Saina stood by him, providing emotional support and motivation. When Kashyap missed the 2016 Rio Olympics, he remained her pillar as she faced early exits and injury challenges.
Their professional relationship evolved, with Kashyap transitioning to her coach by 2018. His technical expertise combined with her mental resilience paid off when Saina defeated PV Sindhu to win gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. Kashyap's role became more defined, supporting her from the coach's chair while managing his own recovery.
The couple officially married in 2018.
In 2024, Parupalli Kashyap retired from competitive badminton.
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