Devika Sihag: India's Rising Badminton Star Shines on BWF World Tour

• Devika Sihag, 20, made a significant impact at the Thailand Masters, defeating higher-ranked players and reaching the quarter-finals.
• She is training under national women’s team coach Irwansyah and alongside double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu in Bengaluru, which has sharpened her aggressive game.
• Devika attributes her improved movement, speed, and strokes to the coaching at PPBA, specifically mentioning Mr. Umendra Rana, Sagar sir, Sayali ma'am, and coach Irwansyah.
• Her journey began at Tau Devi Lal Stadium, Panchkula, with her parents' encouragement after early success in district and state-level matches.
• Despite a recurring knee injury, Devika remains focused on improving her game, aiming to break into the top 50 and build on the legacy of Saina Nehwal and PV Sindhu.