In a deeply shocking incident, 25-year-old tennis player Radhika Yadav was allegedly shot dead by her father at their residence in Gurugram’s Sector 57 on July 10, 2025. The tragedy unfolded around noon, when the accused, identified as Deepak Yadav, reportedly fired three bullets at his daughter following what is suspected to be a domestic dispute.
Radhika, critically injured, was rushed to a nearby private hospital but succumbed to her injuries during treatment. The Gurugram police have arrested Deepak Yadav and recovered the weapon used in the crime. Investigators are currently questioning family members and neighbors to determine the motive behind the shooting, which remains unclear.
Radhika was a rising star in Indian tennis, particularly in the doubles format. She held a career-best ITF ranking of #113 in women’s doubles and was ranked #5 in Haryana. Her promising career had placed her alongside other notable Indian players such as Poorvi Bhatt and Thaniya Sarai Gogulamanda.
The incident has sent shockwaves through the sporting community, with tributes pouring in for the young athlete. Authorities have registered a case at the Sector 56 police station and assured that further details will be shared as the investigation progresses.