Hyderabad, Sept 7 (INN): US mixed-double champion Sania Mirza was accorded a warm welcome on her arrival at the Rajiv Gandhi International Airport at Shamshabad on Sunday.
The tennis star was received by the officials who presented her a flower bouquet sent by the Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao for winning the Mixed-Doubles Title in the US Open. As a brand ambassador of Telangana, Sania Mirza has brought laurels for the State by winning a title in the US open, a press release by the Chief Minister’s Office said.
Speaking on the occasion, Sania Mirza gave credit of her victory to the Chief Minister and said it was due to his encouragement and support that she was able to participate in the tournament and win the title. She dedicated her victory to the country, especially the people of Telangana.