New Delhi, India - Olympic medalist Sarabjot Singh was awarded the prestigious Arjuna Award for his outstanding performance in sports and games. The award ceremony took place at the Rashtrapati Bhawan, where President Droupadi Murmu presented the award.
Sarabjot Singh expressed his gratitude by dedicating the award to his coach, family, and friends. He shared his journey, stating, "I am unable to express my feelings because I have worked hard for this for eight years...I am feeling great...I dedicate this award to my coach, family and friends."
Sarabjot Singh, along with Manu Bhaker, won a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Paris Olympics, marking India's first-ever shooting team medal.
The National Sports Awards 2025 ceremony also recognized other athletes. Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, World Chess Champion Gukesh Dommaraju, Indian men's hockey team captain Harmanpreet Singh, and Para Athlete Praveen Kumar received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award. Arjuna Awards were given to Indian men's hockey players Jarmanpreet Singh, Sanjay, Abhishek, and Sukhjeet Singh, women's hockey team captain Salima Tete, Olympic medalist Swapnil Kusale, and Para-Olympic shooters Mona Agarwal and Rubina Francis.
Sarabjot Singh is an Indian athlete who competes in shooting sports. He has won medals in international competitions, including the Olympics.
The Arjuna Award is a prestigious award given by the Indian government to recognize outstanding achievement in national sports.
A coach is a person who trains and guides athletes to improve their skills and performance in sports.
Droupadi Murmu is the President of India, a position that is the head of the state and represents the country.
Rashtrapati Bhawan is the official residence of the President of India, located in New Delhi.
Manu Bhaker is an Indian sport shooter who has won several medals in international competitions, including the Olympics.
This is a shooting event where teams of two, one male and one female, compete by shooting at targets from a distance of 10 meters using air pistols.
The Paris Olympics refers to the Olympic Games that were held in Paris, France. It is a major international sports event where athletes from around the world compete.
These are awards given by the Indian government to honor athletes for their achievements in sports for the year 2025.
This is the highest sporting honor in India, awarded to athletes for their exceptional performance in sports.
Gukesh Dommaraju is an Indian chess player known for his achievements in the game of chess.
Harmanpreet Singh is an Indian field hockey player who has represented India in various international tournaments.
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