Newsroom, March 01, 2026: Double Olympic medallist PV Sindhu finds herself stranded at Dubai International Airport since February 28, en route to the All England Open badminton tournament in Birmingham starting March 3.
Missile exchanges involving the US, Israel, and Iran triggered airspace closures across the Gulf, forcing Dubai airport to suspend operations indefinitely.
Major carriers like Emirates and Air India cancelled flights to and from the region, stranding thousands including Sindhu and her team.
The shuttler shared updates on social media, confirming she is safe after relocation to a secure spot with assistance from the Indian Embassy.
She described hearing explosions nearby as "terrifying" and "scary," noting chaos at the airport and concern for everyone affected. Her coach narrowly avoided debris during one incident.
