Not Easy to Become World No. 1, Proud of What I Have Achieved: Sania Mirza Tells NDTV

Sania Mirza, who attained the World No. 1 rank after winning the Family Circle Cup with Martina Hingis as her partner, spoke exclusively to NDTV.

Here are some highlights from the interview:

-It took me a while to realise that I am No. 1 in the world. It's an amazing feeling.

-It is very difficult to become World No. 1 and that's why not everyone can achieve it

-I hope this inspires parents that a girl can do anything in the world and changes the mindset

-I have always said from my heart what is right and what is wrong

-We do live in a man's world and I hope what Saina and I have done helps women to do better

-It's funny that a woman is taken as a weakness instead of a strength

-I am in an amazing space in my life right now and I look at the positives

-My family has been a great support system. My parents have given me the courage to be strong

-I am extremely proud of what I have achieved

-My faith keeps me very calm and strong on the court

-We have all sacrificed a lot. We see this as a matter of pride for the whole family