7 Sports Icons From Hyderabad Who Made India Proud

BENGALURU: While Sania Mirza is ranked No.1 by WTA for women’s doubles and singles, Saina Nehwal became the first Indian woman to have been titled as No.1 Badminton Player. Irony is that both the players hail from the Nizam city. Well, besides the famous Hyderabadi biryani and the beautiful gems and pearls there, Hyderabad is also recognized to have produced the best sportsmen in the world.

Today, as we see these ‘Hyderabadis’ shine bright in the world stage and bring pride to the nation. There are other such champions from Hyderabad, the world will never forget.  

1. Sania Mirza:

Probably the best Tennis star India has ever had is a Hyderabadi. Hailing from royal city, Sania takes forward the heritage to a higher level; today the whole world celebrates her victory. Having been ranked World’s No.1, Sania added another feather to her already decorated crown. Though the player has been widely criticized over various issues, she continued to take India to higher levels with her excellence in the sport. Sania who is a winner of 3 mixed doubles Grand Slam titles, hopes to achieve more Grand Slams before her retirement.

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