Source: REUTERS/IVAN ALVARADO
[Saba Sports News] Indian badminton star Saina Nehwal has made a new
addition to her possessions with the purchase of a Mercedes-AMG GLE 53 4MATIC+
coupe, valued at 1.8 million rupees (approximately US$21,600). The GLE 53 SUV
is known to be a popular choice among celebrities, with even Bollywood actress
Sushmita Sen owning one. The Mercedes-Benz AMG GLE 53 SUV is equipped with a
3.0-liter six-cylinder in-line turbocharged gasoline mild hybrid engine,
delivering a maximum power of 435 PS. It is paired with a 9-speed automatic
transmission and can reach a top speed of 249 km/h, accelerating from 0 to 100
km/h. Nehwal’s SUV is a high-end version featuring dual 12.3-inch displays, a
flat-bottomed steering wheel, a 13-speaker Burmester audio system, remote
engine start, and a panoramic sunroof. Saina Nehwal, a former world number one
in women’s singles, has an impressive record with over 20 international
championships to her name. She also secured a bronze medal at the 2012 London
Olympics, becoming the first Indian badminton player to achieve such a feat.
However, this year has been challenging for Nehwal as she faced a decline in
form and was unable to secure a championship victory.