Indian-origin women athletes continue to break global records, inspiring millions with their extraordinary achievements, resilience, and excellence across international sports.

P V Sindhu

P. V. Sindhu became a global badminton star with her Olympic and World Championship success, establishing herself as one of India’s most accomplished athletes.

Born
Telangana, India 1995
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P. V. Sindhu became India's first badminton world champion by winning the BWF World Championships in 2019. She is also the first Indian woman to win two Olympic medals in an individual sport.