At homecoming bash, PV Sindhu's parents say they are 'honoured to have a child' like her

Indian badminton champion and Olympic silver medalist P.V Sindhu and her coach P. Gopichand returned home to a grand reception amidst much fanfare.

The duo reached Gachibowli stadium in a open-top-motorcade as part of the victory parade, where the Telangana government had organised a gala felicitation in honour of the star shuttler.

Talking on the occasion, the ace shuttler said, " I'm on cloud 9. The rousing welcome made my day, didn't expect this".

Thanking her parents and coach, she also said there were a lot of sacrifices along the way, but she believed in herself all the time.

Praising her performance, coach P. Gopichand said, "She played brilliantly. It is a happy moment for us".

The proud parents spoke about her 'dedication, practice, and hardwork', saying, "We are honoured to have a child like Sindhu. This is a great feeling. We are very delighted".

Thanking everybody for the support, they added, "The way she was playing has been excellent. We are very happy for her performance and the silver medal. Next time Sindhu will come up with gold".

P.V. Sindhu became the first woman in the country's history to win an Olympic silver medal at this Olympics.