File image of Manu Bhaker.© AFP
Manu shot to fame during the Paris Olympics 2024, as she became the first athlete in independent India to win two Olympics medals in a single edition, winning bronze in both the women’s and mixed team 10m air pistol events.
Manu shared the funny episode that led to the start of her shooting interest.
“I had never heard of shooting, as a child. We had a small shooting range at school. Once, I had skipped a boring class, and my friend took me to the shooting range,” said Manu.
She stated that her mother has been hugely influential. “My mother is my pillar of strength,” said Manu. “It’s challenging (her hectic schedule). I miss my family, I really miss ghar ka khana (home food),” she added.
Having won two historic bronze medals, Manu has been out of action after that. However, her return to shooting isn’t too far away, she revealed.
“I will start my training in November, along with different camps and competitions. The ultimate aim is to win the gold medal at the LA 2028 Olympics,” she said.
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