I hated facing you: PV Sindhu's heartfelt tribute to retiring Tai Tzu Ying

PV Sindhu & Tai Tzu Ying

Two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu penned a heartfelt tribute to Tai Tzu-Ying, reflecting on the on-field rivalry they had built over the years, which eventually blossomed into "a quiet friendship."

Indian badminton star PV Sindhu penned an emotional tribute to her longtime rival and friend Tai Tzu-Ying, who announced her retirement from the sport on Friday. Taking to social media, Sindhu reflected on their 15-year rivalry, one defined by intense on-court battles and quiet mutual respect off it. Tai, the former wo rld No. 1 from Chinese Taipei, leaves behind a glittering legacy. The 31-year-old clinched a silver medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021, along with two World Championship medals, silver in 2021 and bronze in 2022. She also captured an Asian Games gold in 2018, three Asian Championships titles, and 17 BWF World Tour crowns, the most recent coming at the India Open 2024.