Indian badminton star PV Sindhu has shared a chilling account of tense moments at Dubai Airport after an explosion occurred close to where she and her team were sheltering.
In a post on X, Sindhu wrote, “The ordeal continues to unfold, and the situation is becoming more frightening by the hour. A few hours ago, there was an explosion close to where we were holed up at the airport. My coach had to quickly run out of the area as he was closest to the smoke and debris. It was an extremely tense and scary moment for all of us.”
She confirmed that everyone in her team is safe and has been moved to a secure location. Sindhu expressed gratitude to the authorities, stating that the group was relocated thanks to the swift efforts of staff at Dubai International Airport and Dubai officials.
The Olympic medallist also thanked the Indian High Commission in Dubai for their constant support and assistance during the crisis.
“For now, we are trying to get some rest and hold on to hope as we wait for things to settle,” she added.
Sindhu was en route to Birmingham when Dubai, one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs, was brought to a halt following missile strikes involving the United States and Israel on Iran. In practical terms, that leaves her schedule dependent not on sporting logistics but on the restoration of flight operations and the availability of alternative connections.
The All England Open is set to begin on March 3, which makes the delay especially concerning. Even if Sindhu is able to travel soon, any prolonged hold-up could compress her preparation window before the competition begins. As of the report’s latest update, there was no confirmation on when she would resume her journey or whether she would reach Birmingham before the tournament gets underway.