New Delhi, Jan. 22 -- Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar paid tribute to Olympic medallist Saina Nehwal following her retirement from competitive badminton, lauding her for taking Indian badminton to the global stage and eventually inspiring generations of young athletes.

Sharing a post on X, Tendulkar said, "Dear Saina, your career is proof that greatness is built one day at a time, with patience, courage, and consistency."He credited the former world No. 1 for carrying Indian badminton to the global stage and proving that belief, when matched with preparation, can change the course of a sport.

"Beyond the medals, your greatest legacy is the inspiration you've given countless young athletes to dream big and believe that global success is po...