Manu Bhaker Plans Return to Shooting After Olympic Success
Indian Olympic medalist shooter Manu Bhaker has announced her plans to resume training in November and return to competitive shooting next year. Bhaker, who recently won two medals at the Paris Olympics, shared her plans while speaking to the media in Delhi before the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup Final.
Upcoming Training and Events
Bhaker stated, “I will be back for the training in November and to the match maybe by next year. I will follow all the action thoroughly. But my eyes will be on 10 metres event, the 25 metres event and the pistol events, since I am a pistol shooter.”
Pre-Planned Break
Her break from shooting was pre-decided with her coach Jaspal Rana due to injuries from pistol recoil. Bhaker expressed her happiness about spending time with her family during this break, enjoying homemade food and relaxation.
Olympic Achievements
At the Paris Olympics, Bhaker and her partner Sarabjot Singh won a bronze medal in the 10 M Air Pistol Mixed team event, defeating South Korea’s team. Bhaker also secured a bronze in the women’s individual 10m air pistol event, becoming the first Indian woman shooter to win an Olympic medal. She narrowly missed a third medal in the women’s 25m pistol shooting event, finishing fourth.
World Cup Final
Bhaker highlighted the ISSF World Cup Final as a significant platform for young shooters, encouraging them to make the most of the opportunity and not be afraid.
Doubts Revealed
Manu Bhaker -: Manu Bhaker is a famous Indian shooter who has won medals in the Olympics. She is known for her skills in shooting sports, especially in events like the 10m air pistol.
Olympic Success -: Olympic success means winning medals or performing very well in the Olympic Games, which is a big sports event where athletes from all over the world compete.
Paris Olympics -: The Paris Olympics refers to the Olympic Games that were held in Paris, France. It’s a major international sports event that happens every four years.
10 M Air Pistol Mixed team event -: This is a shooting event where a male and a female shooter team up to compete together. They use air pistols to shoot targets from a distance of 10 meters.
ISSF World Cup Final -: The ISSF World Cup Final is a big shooting competition organized by the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF). It’s where the best shooters from around the world compete.