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I Used to Cry if I Scored Under 97% in School

I Used to Cry if I Scored Under 97% in School

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3 min readNew DelhiApr 28, 2026 12:00 AM IST Tennis icon Sania Mirza, on her podcast ServingItUpWithSania, discussed her love of academics. “Not many people know, but I was a geek. I really loved studying, I was one of those people who never wanted to miss school, and if I got under anything 95, 97, I would start crying… I would be like, “Why didn’t I get 100?” Further on the podcast, her parents, Imran and Nasrima Mirza, revealed, “Mrs Khan, late Mr Pataudi’s sister, she was the one who convinced Sania that it’s okay to miss a bit of school, it’s okay if you don’t get 100%, sport is important…She told you to go out and play, go out of Hyderabad, I will take care of your attendance, you don’t worry…” Her story reflects a broader reality many children face today, in which academic excellence often overshadows other talents, including sports. According to Dr Meghana Phadke Sultania, Senior Consultant and Head, Unit III – Pediatrics and Adolescent Health at Asian Hospital, excessive academic pressure …

Sania Mirza glows in stunning anarkali, proves yellow is the new gold: Here is how to copy her traditional look

Sania Mirza glows in stunning anarkali, proves yellow is the new gold: Here is how to copy her traditional look

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Even off the court, Sania Mirza remains a master of the perfect serve. At 39, the tennis icon continues to set the bar for ethnic Indian looks, recently showcasing a traditional ensemble that is a masterclass in regal styling. Also read | Sania Mirza follows a ‘protein-heavy diet, walks 5–7 km daily’; shares her fitness and skincare routine after retirement Sania Mirza continues to be a muse for ethnic fashion lovers thanks to her ability to carry heavy silks and intricate embroideries with such poise. (Instagram/ Sania Mirza) Following her 2026 Eid celebrations, Sania Mirza took to Instagram on March 26 to share her latest fashion moment: a striking mustard yellow anarkali by fashion designer Jayanti Reddy. Proving that yellow is more than just a daytime colour, Sania captioned the look, “Yellow, but make it royal.” And she certainly delivered on that promise. “Mesmerising beauty,” a comment on her post read. “Too stunning,” another said. All about Sania Mirza’s traditional look The ensemble is a tribute to Sania’s Hyderabadi heritage, featuring a floor-length anarkali and …

Sania Mirza on teaching her son how to tackle defeat: ‘I have to tone it down and tell him, ‘It’s okay if you lose” | Feelings News

Sania Mirza on teaching her son how to tackle defeat: ‘I have to tone it down and tell him, ‘It’s okay if you lose” | Feelings News

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Sania Mirza doesn’t do easy wins, even if it’s against her son! In conversation with football legend Sunil Chhetri on her podcast Serving It Up With Sania, the tennis ace revealed how she is extremely competitive with her child when playing sports. “I don’t let him win,” she shared, adding: “He legit beats me at football because he is that good. I have two left feet, if that’s possible as a tennis player, But I do.” Mirza further mentioned that she plays a variety of sports with her son, from padel to tennis, and praised his hand-eye coordination. In fact, she also pointed out that her kid is so smart, he likes to team up with her in order to win. When Chhetri asked if he gets angry when Mirza beats him at a game, she replied, “Very. He gets very upset. I have to tone it down and tell him, ‘It’s okay if you lose’.” Learning to handle loss is a crucial part of a child’s emotional development, and a psychologist weighed in on …

TPL 2025: Sania Mirza and Rohan Bopanna face off in exhibition match

TPL 2025: Sania Mirza and Rohan Bopanna face off in exhibition match

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Tennis Premier League (TPL) 2025 began with a landmark moment as two of India’s greatest tennis icons – Sania Mirza, Brand Ambassador of Gurgaon Grand Slammers, and Rohan Bopanna, marquee player for SG Pipers – reunited on court for a special exhibition match that electrified a packed Gujarat University Tennis Stadium. It was a mixed doubles match as Sania Mirza paired up with Dan Evans of Gurgaon Grand Slammers and defeated Rohan Bopanna and Shrivalli Bhamidipaty of SG Pipers 10-6. Sania Mirza received a rousing welcome from fans in Ahmedabad and expressed her delight at seeing the sport fill stadiums in India. This visit was particularly special for her, as she returned to Ahmedabad almost 30 years after last playing here as an under-14 athlete. She said, “Thank you, Ahmedabad, for the welcome. Me and Rohan come from a time when there was hardly anybody watching tennis, so to have a stadium full of people is a real pleasure to see. Thank you for welcoming tennis and welcoming TPL here. That’s exactly what TPL does, …

Sania Mirza admits cross-border parenting with ex-husband Shoaib Malik is daunting; skips dinner to avoid eating alone after divorce: ‘It’s hard’ | Bollywood News

Sania Mirza admits cross-border parenting with ex-husband Shoaib Malik is daunting; skips dinner to avoid eating alone after divorce: ‘It’s hard’ | Bollywood News

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Sania Mirza was married to Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik and moved to Dubai. However, the couple parted ways and the former tennis player took charge of their son Izhaan. While speaking to Karan Johar, who is also a single parent to his twins Yash and Roohi, Sania opened up about the “daunting” task of being a single parent and how she finds it hard to leave her son for work. Speaking to Karan, she said, “For me, single parenting is hard and also because we are working and we do so many different things.” Karan prompted Sania to look at the bright side and said, “Have you seen the flipside? It is actually liberating because you’re not at crossroads with anybody else.” However, he quickly admitted that Sania’s case is “more daunting”. He said, “Your’s is cross border as well. You have a situation which is even more daunting and overwhelming.” Story continues below this ad Talking about how living in Dubai and travelling to India for work makes her feel bad as she has …

THIS Bollywood filmmaker helped Sania Mirza through a panic attack; she was trembling when…, her divorce caused…, she is…

THIS Bollywood filmmaker helped Sania Mirza through a panic attack; she was trembling when…, her divorce caused…, she is…

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Sania Mirza talks about an emotional moment Former tennis star Sania Mirza recently shared a deeply emotional moment from her life. She shared how, after her divorce, she had a panic attack. She also talked about her dear friend from the Bollywood industry who stood by her side. Where did this conversation take place? This revelation came in the first episode of Sania’s new YouTube talk show, Serving It Up With Sania. In the episode, the said friend was present as a guest. Sania shared the highly intimate and personal moment of her life. How did the person help her? Sania said that it was one of the most difficult days of her life. The guest reached her set and helped her get ready for the live show. She mentioned how the friend had helped her during one of the lowest moments of her life. Sania explained the entire situation Talking to the guest, Sania mentioned that even though she did not want to mention this on camera, the moment her friend came to the …

Sania Mirza opens up to Farah Khan about emotional challenges, panic attack as…

Sania Mirza opens up to Farah Khan about emotional challenges, panic attack as…

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‘I was shivering’: Sania Mirza opens up to Farah Khan about emotional challenges, panic attack as… Home News and Gossip ‘I was shivering’: Sania Mirza opens up to Farah Khan about emotional challenges, panic attack as… Tennis star Sania Mirza got candid with Farah Khan about the emotional toll of her separation from Shoaib Malik and the challenges of single motherhood, recalling a moment when she had a debilitating panic attack. She credited Farah for helping her overcome the moment. Tennis legend Sania Mirza keeps motivating women globally with her power and determination. The ex-doubles world No. 1 recently discussed her ways of managing emotional challenges as a single mother after her split from her husband, Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik. In an emotional conversation with filmmaker Farah Khan on her YouTube program Serving It Up with Sania, the athlete shared details about one of the most challenging times in her life. Farah Khan commends Sania’s resilience as a single …

Farah Khan reveals Sania Mirza suffered panic attacks after divorce with Shoaib Malik: ‘Got so scared’

Farah Khan reveals Sania Mirza suffered panic attacks after divorce with Shoaib Malik: ‘Got so scared’

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Indian tennis legend Sania Mirza recently opened up to her close friend and filmmaker Farah Khan about the emotional struggles she faced after her separation from former Pakistani cricketer Shoaib Malik. During their candid conversation, Farah revealed that she had witnessed Sania suffer panic attacks while navigating that difficult phase of her life. In January 2024, former tennis star Sania Mirza and former Pakistan cricketer Shoaib Malik announced the end of their 14-year marriage. Sania on being a single mother Sania spoke about her personal life during a conversation with her friend and filmmaker Farah Khan on her YouTube show Serving It Up with Sania. It all started when Farah looked back at her life and the financial hardships that her family faced after her father Kamran Khan’s movie failed at the box office. Farah said, “I was 5–6 years old and I was a very spoiled, pampered child till then. But I saw the repercussions over the years. And I don’t blame the industry for it because it happens in every industry. If you …

Farah Khan suffered 2 failed IVF attempts, got pregnant the third time amid Om Shanti Om; Shah Rukh ‘helped her unknowingly’: ‘I lived in the loo, had rashes all over’ | Bollywood News

Farah Khan suffered 2 failed IVF attempts, got pregnant the third time amid Om Shanti Om; Shah Rukh ‘helped her unknowingly’: ‘I lived in the loo, had rashes all over’ | Bollywood News

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Farah Khan tied the knot with filmmaker Shirish Kunder at the age of 39, while he was 31. A few years into their marriage, the couple decided to start a family—only to face the many challenges that come with age and societal stigma. With her “biological clock” ticking, Farah chose the IVF route, a topic few dared to discuss openly at the time. Now, nearly two decades later, the filmmaker-choreographer has spoken candidly about her IVF experience—how she failed twice before finally being blessed with triplets on her third attempt—and how the journey tested her physically and emotionally. Speaking to her close friend Sania Mirza on Serving It Up with Sania, Farah said, “It was quite common even then, but no one spoke about it. Everyone pretended like a stork had dropped the baby into their stomach. I don’t know why it was taboo. I was probably the first celebrity to talk about it openly, and after that, I realised how many IVF babies there actually were. It’s completely legal—why should it be a taboo?” …

Rohan Bopanna announces retirement from professional Tennis

Rohan Bopanna announces retirement from professional Tennis

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Indian tennis icon Rohan Bopanna has officially announced his retirement from professional tennis, bringing to a close a remarkable career that spanned over two decades and inspired a generation of players. His final appearance came at the Paris Masters 1000, where he partnered Alexander Bublik — a fitting farewell at a venue that has held special significance in his journey. Reflecting on his decision, Bopanna wrote on Instagram, “How do you bid farewell to something that gave your life its meaning? After 20 unforgettable years on tour, it’s time… I’m officially hanging up my racquet. From chopping wood in Coorg to strengthen my serve, to standing under the lights of the biggest arenas in the world — it feels surreal. Representing India has been the greatest honour of my life.” The 45-year-old leaves behind a legacy defined by longevity, passion, and perseverance. In 2024, Bopanna became both the oldest Grand Slam champion and the oldest World No.1 in doubles, milestones that showcased his timeless excellence. A four-time Olympian, Bopanna came agonisingly close to a medal …