NEW DELHI: Indian star shooter Manu Bhaker, a two-time Olympic medallist, recently shared her thoughts on her career trajectory.
Bhaker, who at 22 years old has already achieved significant milestones in the sport, underscored the transformative power of consistent effort and unwavering focus in her latest social media post.
As revealed in her post on X, Bhaker’s journey began at the age of 14, a time when she admits to not envisioning the heights she would eventually reach.
“I was 14 when I started my journey in shooting. Never had I imagined I would reach this far. Once you start something, make sure you do everything possible to chase your dreams relentlessly, no matter how tough it gets. Stay focused, stay driven, and let your passion fuel your journey. Every small step forward brings you closer to greatness. Keep going, you’re capable of much more than you imagine! And, yes, my dream of winning Olympic gold medals continues,” Bhaker wrote on X.
On Wednesday, Manu responded to online criticism about publicly displaying her medals everywhere. Bhaker explained that showcasing her medals is her way of sharing the journey with fans and honoring the country.
“The two bronze medals I won at the Paris 2024 Olympics belong to India,” Bhaker stated. “Whenever I am invited for any event and asked to show these medals, I do it with pride. This is my way of sharing my beautiful journey.”
Bhaker’s rise to prominence culminated in a historic performance at the Olympics, where she became the first Indian athlete to secure two medals in a single edition of the Games post-Independence.
Her bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event marked the first-ever Olympic medal for an Indian woman shooter, further solidifying her place in the annals of Indian sporting history.
Adding to her individual accomplishment, Bhaker, alongside partner Sarabjot Singh, clinched another bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event.
Despite narrowly missing out on a podium finish in the women’s 25m pistol event, Bhaker’s journey serves as an inspiration to aspiring athletes, demonstrating the transformative power of unwavering dedication and a relentless pursuit of excellence.