Quick Info
| Profession | Professional Tennis Player |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Date of Birth | 23/03/2000 |
| Age | 25 years (died on 10, Jul, 2025) |
| Birthplace | Wazirabad, Gurugram, Haryana, India |
| Date of Death | 10/07/2025 |
Latest News about Radhika Yadav
10/07/2025
Radhika Yadav, a 25-year-old state-level tennis player and coach from Gurugram, Haryana, was murdered by her father Deepak Yadav at their home in Sushant Lok. Police stated the shooting followed repeated disputes over her running a tennis academy and her social media activity, with Deepak confessing to firing four bullets at her. The case drew major national attention due to its links to family control, social pressure, and violence against women athletes, leading to Deepak's arrest and the filing of a 254-page chargesheet.
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Bio/Wiki
| Biography | Radhika Yadav was a talented professional tennis player who rose through the ranks in state and national-level competitions. She was born and raised in Gurugram, Haryana, where she developed her passion for tennis, leading her to represent Haryana extensively in national and international tournaments. Radhika was notable not only for her athletic accomplishments but also for her philanthropic efforts to assist underprivileged children through her tennis academy. A shoulder injury around 2023 halted her competitive career, after which she transitioned to coaching aspiring players by booking courts across Gurugram. She was murdered by her father Deepak Yadav on 10 July 2025 at their home in Sushant Lok, Gurugram, following disputes over her tennis academy and social media presence. |
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Physical Stats & More
| Height | 5' 5" (165 cm) |
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| Eye Color | Black |
| Hair Color | Black |
Educational Qualification(s)
| School | Scottish High International School, Gurugram, Haryana |
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| Higher Secondary Graduation | 2018 |
Personal Life
| Religion | Hinduism |
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Relationships & More
| Marital Status | Unmarried |
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Family
| Father | Deepak Yadav (Builder) |
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| Mother | Manju Yadav |
| Siblings | Brother - Dheeraj Yadav (Property Dealer), Sister - |
Career
| Overview | Radhika had an impressive career in tennis, gaining recognition for her achievements in various tournaments. She reached significant milestones in her rankings, including being in the Top 100 for AITA Women’s Doubles and making it to the Top 40 for AITA Women’s Singles. Her dedication to the sport was evident when she began her tennis academy in Gurugram, aiming to nurture young talent in the region. She achieved a career-best ITF women’s doubles ranking of 113 on November 4, 2024, and was ranked fifth in Haryana’s women’s doubles circuit. She also competed internationally at the W15 ITF tournament in Tunisia in June 2024. |
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Some Lesser Known Facts
| 1. Radhika achieved the 75th position in the AITA Girls Under 18 Tennis rankings in January 2018. | |
| 2. In 2021, she achieved her highest AITA Women’s Doubles ranking at No. 53. | |
| 3. She was one of only two players from Haryana in the Top 40 of Women’s Singles in April 2024. | |
| 4. Radhika made her international debut at the W15 ITF tournament in Tunisia in June 2024. | |
| 5. She often posted on Instagram, which created tension with her father. | |
| 6. Radhika opened her own Tennis Academy in Gurugram, despite her father’s objections. | |
| 7. A shoulder injury two years prior to her death halted her competitive tennis career. | |
| 8. She coached at various local academies including the Magnolias and had aspirations to play at Wimbledon. | |
| 9. She began playing tennis as early as Class 3. | |
| 10. Her father was allegedly taunted by relatives and neighbors for living off her income, which contributed to his insecurity. | |
| 11. Police recovered four bullets from her body: three in her back and one in her shoulder. |