Manu Bhaker Named BBC Sportswoman Of The Year: A New Milestone In Indian Shooting - In Pics

Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics, securing two bronze medals in shooting—becoming the first Indian female shooter to achieve multiple Olympic podium finishes.

With her remarkable performance, Bhaker ended India’s 12-year medal drought in Olympic shooting, a feat that placed her among the country’s finest athletes.

Bhaker’s BBC Sportswoman of the Year win came after a fierce battle against contenders like Aditi Ashok, Smriti Mandhana, and Avani Lekhara, underscoring her dominance.

At just 22, Bhaker’s meteoric rise inspires young athletes across India to pursue excellence in sports, especially women aiming to break barriers in male-dominated fields.

Manu Bhaker's inclusion among India's sporting elite was cemented when she was conferred with the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, India’s highest sporting honour.

Bhaker credited her success to her mentor, Jaspal Rana, whose tailored training regimen played a crucial role in her double bronze medal achievement in Paris.

The Paris Olympics saw Bhaker shine in the 10m air pistol event, where she displayed extraordinary focus and precision, ultimately clinching the bronze for India.

Bhaker’s two bronze medals at the Paris Olympics earned her worldwide acclaim, making her a global ambassador for India’s growing prominence in shooting sports.

Despite facing setbacks like equipment malfunctions in previous Olympics, Bhaker’s resilience propelled her to a stellar comeback, proving her mental fortitude under pressure.

With multiple international accolades and a determination to go further, Bhaker is poised to become a dominant force in the world of shooting, carrying India’s hopes into future global events.