‘My body is telling me to stop’: Why 2-time Olympic gold medalist Viktor Axelsen has been forced into sudden retirement at 32
Indian Express·2d ago·Neutral
What Happened
Two-time Olympic badminton champion Viktor Axelsen, 32, has announced retirement due to a persistent back injury. After undergoing back surgery in April and experiencing a setback in October, Axelsen reported nerve pain preventing him from training. Medical consultation indicated potential need for additional surgery. Axelsen stated his body forced the decision, not personal choice.
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