'The world beneath his feet' Sanjay Sharma (Author), Sachi S. Sharma (Author) is a biography of badminton player and current Chief National Coach of India's national badminton team - Pullela Gopichand. He is one of the few legendary athletes to have received nearly every single prestigious sports award, including the Arjuna Award (1999), Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna (2001), Padma Shri (2005), Dronacharya Award (2009), and Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar (2010). (2013). In 2014, he was also awarded the Padma Bhushan.

Pullela Gopi Chand was born in India in 1973 and was introduced to the game of badminton from an early age. He was determined to become the best he could be and eventually won the national badminton championship in 1995. This marked the beginning of a remarkable rise to the pinnacle of the sport, culminating in his greatest achievement, winning the All England Championships in 2001.

The World Beneath His Feet tells the gripping story of Pullela Gopi Chand’s journey to the top. His determination, hard work, and dedication are woven through the narrative, as are his struggles - both on and off the court. From his struggles with injuries and financial difficulties to the racial discrimination he faced, Laxman paints a vivid picture of the obstacles Gopi Chand had to overcome to become a champion.

The World Beneath His Feet is a powerful, inspiring, and ultimately uplifting story of resilience, determination, and courage in the face of adversity. It is an engrossing read not just for badminton fans, but for anyone looking for an inspiring tale of overcoming the odds. Pullela Gopi Chand’s remarkable story is an inspiration to us all, and this biography is the perfect way to experience it.