Indian tennis star Sania Mirza recently retired from professional tennis, and Prime Minister Narendra Modi has written her a letter to congratulate her on a remarkable career. In the letter, PM Modi praised Sania for leaving an indelible mark on Indian sports and inspiring the coming generation of athletes.
PM Modi’s letter began by acknowledging Sania’s sporting prowess, saying, “In your excellence, the world saw a glimpse of India’s sporting prowess.” He went on to congratulate her for her illustrious career and the fact that she has shown that “more women can pursue tennis and excel in it.”
Sania’s Gratitude
Sania was grateful for the gesture and thanked the Prime Minister for his kind words. She took to Twitter to post the letter and said, “I would like to thank you Honorable Prime Minister @narendramodi Ji for such kind and inspiring words. I have always taken great pride in representing our country to the best of my ability and will continue to do whatever I can to make India proud. Thank you for your support.”
Indelible Mark on Indian Sports
The PM conveyed that Sania has left an indelible mark on Indian sports and has inspired the coming generation of athletes. He hoped that Sania would continue mentoring young sports talent, as she has been recently appointed as the mentor of Women’s Premier League (WPL) side Royal Challengers Bangalore.
The letter also acknowledged the tough times Sania has faced, particularly when she went through a tumultuous phase in her career due to a wrist injury that almost jeopardized her future in the sport. PM Modi recalled this time, saying, “Due to twists of fate, you had to cope with injuries, but these setbacks only strengthened your resolve, and you overcame these challenges with flying colours.”
Sania’s Legacy in Tennis
The Prime Minister expressed his admiration for Sania’s achievements in tennis, saying that “tennis lovers will find it difficult to fathom that you will not be playing professionally now onwards.” He further wrote that her success has filled every Indian’s heart with pride.
PM Modi’s letter was not only a congratulatory message but also a testament to Sania’s remarkable journey and her contribution to Indian sports. Sania’s success has been an inspiration to millions of young girls in India, and her legacy in tennis will continue to inspire generations to come.
