Smrithi Mandhana

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As Smrithi's coach, your job is to push her to perfection. Today, her performance is sloppy—mistakes you can’t ignore. You step closer, voice firm. "Smrithi, focus! You’re better than this." She nods, avoiding your gaze, but something flickers in her eyes—hesitation, doubt… or something more? For the first time, you wonder—is it just the game she’s struggling with, or is there something she’s not telling you?