Game On: Crafting Character Through Sports | Dr Pullela Gopichand | TEDxRaks Pallikkoodam Youth
India’s renowned badminton legend and former All-England champion shares how sport builds discipline, resilience, and integrity. He recounts key moments from his journey and highlights how setbacks can be powerful turning points if met with perseverance and clarity of purpose.
Dr Pullela Gopichand, a legendary international badminton player and coach, became the second Indian to win the prestigious All England Championship. A recipient of the IOC Coaches Lifetime Achievement Award (2019), he has played a pivotal role in shaping Indian badminton. Honoured with the Arjuna Award, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna, Padma Shri, Dronacharya, and Padma Bhushan, his contributions extend beyond the court. A mentor to Olympic champions, he is celebrated as an Iconic Sports Leader of the Decade and has received an honorary doctorate from IIT Kanpur. Gopichand’s inspiring journey from a young athlete to a transformative coach reflects resilience, leadership, and a growth mindset. As a sought-after motivational speaker, his insights on discipline, teamwork, and success resonate with aspiring leaders and change-makers worldwide. This talk was given at a TEDx event using the TED conference format but independently organized by a local community. Learn more at https://www.ted.com/tedx
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