Manu Bhaker, the double-medalist at the Paris Olympics 2024, recently celebrated Raksha Bandhan and took to Instagram to share her holiday updates where she revealed her plans to learn martial arts. The Olympic winner disclosed that now is the perfect time to do so. The Indian shooting sensation won two medals at Paris Olympics 2024, including one in the mixed team event along with Sarabjot Singh.
Manu Bhaker: Olympic Medalist and Aspiring Martial Artist
Manu Bhaker, India's double-medalist at the recent Paris Olympics 2024, has sparked excitement with her announcement about pursuing martial arts. On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, she shared her holiday updates on Instagram, revealing her plans to embark on a new journey with martial arts.
Background
Manu Bhaker is a rising star in Indian shooting. At the young age of 20, she has already achieved remarkable success, winning two medals at the Paris Olympics 2024. Her medal-winning performances in the 10m air pistol and mixed team event have made her a national icon.
Raksha Bandhan and Martial Arts Plans
On the occasion of Raksha Bandhan, Bhaker shared a series of photos on Instagram, expressing her love and gratitude for her brothers. She also revealed that she has decided to start learning martial arts. Bhaker stated that she believes this is the perfect time to embark on a new adventure and challenge herself both physically and mentally.
Significance of Martial Arts for Bhaker
As an Olympic medalist, Bhaker is acutely aware of the importance of fitness, discipline, and self-defense. She sees martial arts as a natural extension of her shooting training, enhancing her physical and mental abilities. Bhaker believes that martial arts can improve her hand-eye coordination, reflexes, and overall strength.
Top 5 FAQs
1. Why did Manu Bhaker decide to learn martial arts?
Bhaker believes that martial arts will complement her shooting training and enhance her physical and mental abilities.
2. What type of martial art does Bhaker plan to learn?
Bhaker has not yet specified the specific martial art she intends to pursue.
3. What is Raksha Bandhan?
Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival that celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. It is a day when sisters tie a sacred thread (rakhi) around their brothers' wrists, symbolizing their love and protection.
4. When did Manu Bhaker win her Olympic medals?
Bhaker won her two Olympic medals at the Paris Olympics 2024.
5. Which other Indian athletes have won medals in the mixed team event at the Olympics?
Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh made history by becoming the first Indian pair to win a medal in the mixed team shooting event at the Olympics.
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