PV Sindhu narrates how the bus ‘had to run out’ amid scary scenario at Dubai airport as Middle East conflict escalates

Ahead of the All England Open, Indian badminton star PV Sindhu, who was traveling to Birmingham, took to social media to share her ordeal at Dubai airport even as several landmarks in the city were targeted amid the conflict in the region. Sindhu was candid enough to admit that her experience at the airport was indeed “scary” while also expressing her gratitude to the staff at Dubai Airport and the Indian High Commission.

The two-time Olympic medalist revealed that she heard explosions near the place where she and her team were “barricaded” at the airport. The fact that her coach, who was closest to the smoke and debris, had to exit the area provided insight into the degree of chaos that had broken out.

Sindhu also observed “interceptions in the sky” while filming how one of the world’s busiest cities turned into a war zone of sorts.

Following the strikes launched by the United States and Israel, Iran responded by striking neighboring countries that house American military bases. There were also reports of an Iranian missile attack on the world-famous luxury Fairmont The Palm hotel in Dubai, even as the war in the Middle East escalated on Saturday.

Dubai International Airport was closed, as were several other major airports in other Gulf countries, while flights to and from the troubled region were cancelled.

Sindhu also mentioned that she and her team are now safe and getting some rest even as they “hold on to hope” amidst a worrying and uncertain situation.

In closing, she struck a philosophical note, emphasizing the fragility of normal life while praying for the safety and peace of all those affected by the conflict.

PV Sindhu had a tough draw at the 2026 All England Open

PV Sindhu has been drawn to face Subanida Katithong of Thailand in her opening round match of the All England Open. The 30-year-old has a slight advantage over Subanida Katithong in terms of head-to-head numbers, with a few of the head-to-heads coming down.

The Indian champion has been put in a tough draw with world number two Wang Zhiyi waiting in the wings for Sindhu should both players reach the second round.

PV Sindhu suffered a first-round exit at the All England Open last year, where she was beaten by Kim Ja-eun of South Korea 21-19, 13-21, 13-21.

The 2026 All England Open starts on March 3.

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