PV Sindhu, Pullela Gopichand Visit Tirupati Shrine

Speaking to media persons outside the temple, PV Sindhu said she has come to Tirupati 'as a gesture of thanksgiving to Lord Venkateswara'

PV Sindhu and Pullela Gopichand pictured at the Tirupati shrine on Sunday.© PTI

Highlights

PV Sindhu and Pullela Gopichand visited the Tirupati shrine on Sunday
Sindhu said Lord Venkateswara's blessings helped her win medal in Rio
The shuttler was presented with sacred silk cloth by the temple

Tirupati:

Olympic silver medallist PV Sindhu and her coach P Gopichand offered worship at the famous hill shrine of Lord Venkateswara at nearby Tirumala on Sunday.

Speaking to media persons outside the temple, the ace shuttler said she has come to Tirupati as a gesture of thanksgiving to Lord Venkateswara," whose blessings had enabled her to get the silver medal in Rio Olympics.

Sindhu said that prior to leaving for Rio, she had visited the ancient shrine and sought the blessings of the Lord.

Gopichand had his head tonsured as fulfilment of vow before visiting the shrine, temple public relations officer T Ravi said.

Before leaving the temple, Sindhu was presented with the Lord's sacred silk cloth and holy prasadam by the temple management, he said.

Topics mentioned in this article

Badminton PV Sindhu

Get the Latest Cricket Updates, Check South Africa tour of India 2025 News, Schedule and Results at NDTV Sports. Like Us On Facebook Or Follow Us On Twitter For More Sports Updates. You Can Also Download The NDTV Cricket App For Android Or iOS.