PV Sindhu bags 'BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year' Award

Indian badminton player PV Sindhu won the inaugural BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year award following a public vote.India’s champion shuttler P V Sindhu feels more women will win medals for the country in future. Reigning world champion Sindhu recently won the BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year 2019.

The BBC award ceremony was held in New Delhi in the presence of eminent sportspersons, sports writers and influencers.BBC Director General, Tony Hall hosted the awards ceremony.

“My message to all young sportswomen is that as women we have to believe in ourselves. I’m sure soon there will be more Indian sportswomen winning medals for the country,” the



24-year-old said after winning the award on the International Women’s Day. “Hard work is the key to success.”

The Olympic silver medallist added: “I would like to dedicate this award to my supporters and fans that have supported me all along. Awards like BBC Indian Sportswoman of the year give us motivation and encouragement to go much further.”

She won more than 100 international medals and awards during her career. The Indian Olympics Association also named her Best Sportswoman of the Century.

The shortlist of five contenders also consisted of sprinter Dutee Chand, boxer Mary Kom, wrestler Vinesh Phogat and para-badminton player Manasi Joshi.