Indian tennis icon Sania Mirza embarked on her first Haj pilgrimage along with her family on Sunday, June 9.

Taking to Instagram, Sania shared a heartfelt message that reads, “Dear friends and loved ones, I have been blessed with the incredible opportunity to embark on the sacred journey of Haj.”

“As I prepare for this transformative experience, I humbly ask for your forgiveness for any wrongdoings and shortcomings. My heart is filled with gratitude for this chance to seek redemption and spiritual renewal. I pray that Allah accepts my prayers and guides me on this blessed path.”