Southern Rising Summit: Padma Bhushan Awardee Pullela Gopichand Shares the Inside Story of the Olympics

At ABP Network's Southern Rising Summit in Hyderabad, Padma Bhushan awardee and Chief National Coach Pullela Gopichand discussed the often-overlooked struggles athletes face on the journey to the Olympics and the immense disappointment they encounter when they fall short. Reflecting on wrestler Vinesh Phogat's recent disqualification from the 2024 Olympics for weight issues, Gopichand highlighted the pressures athletes bear in balancing training with strict guidelines. Renowned for his own achievements, including the 2001 All England Open title and medals at the Commonwealth Games, Gopichand also spoke about his role in nurturing future champions through the Gopichand Badminton Academy, emphasizing resilience and mental strength as keys to success in competitive sports.