Who is Sarabjot Singh? Olympic bronze medallist shooter who wanted to be a footballer

Sarabjot Singh, the unsung hero of India’s mixed team 10m air pistol bronze medal at the Paris Olympics, has captured the attention of the country. The 22-year-old from Haryana, who once dreamed of becoming a footballer, has now etched his name in Indian sporting history.

Who is Sarabjot Singh?

Sarabjot Singh’s journey to the Olympic podium is a testament to his dedication and hard work. Hailing from a farming family in Ambala, he discovered his talent for shooting at a young age. Despite initial financial constraints, his passion for the sport drove him to pursue it professionally.

The support of government schemes like Khelo India and Target Olympic Podium Scheme played a crucial role in Singh’s development as a shooter. The financial assistance provided by these schemes enabled him to focus on his training and compete at the international level.

Rapid Rise of Sarabjot Singh

Sarabjot Singh’s meteoric rise in shooting is evident from his impressive performances. He has won multiple medals at prestigious competitions including gold medals at the Asian Games and World Cups. His partnership with Manu Bhaker proved to be a winning combination as the duo secured India’s second medal at the Paris Olympics.

The bronze medal win is a historic moment for Indian shooting and Singh’s contribution to the team’s success is undeniable. His journey from a small village to the Olympic podium is an inspiration to millions of aspiring athletes across the country.

With this achievement, Sarabjot Singh has established himself as one of the rising stars of Indian shooting. The country is eagerly looking forward to his future endeavours.

The young shooter’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and the importance of government support in nurturing sporting talent.

India celebrates this historic moment and Sarabjot Singh’s contribution to the country’s medal tally will be remembered for years to come.

Background of Sarabjot Singh

• Birthplace: Dheen village, Ambala, Haryana
• Date of birth: August 30, 2001
• Training base: Dr. Karni Singh Shooting Range, New Delhi
• Coach: Abishek Rana
• Education: DAV College, Chandigarh

Performance of Sarabjot Singh

• 2023 Asian Championship, Korea: Bronze medal in the 10m air pistol individual, secured Olympic quota
• World Cup 2023, Bhopal: Gold medal in individual event
• 2023 World Cup, Baku: Gold medal in mixed team event
• 2022 Asian Games: Gold medal in team event, Silver medal in mixed team event
• Junior World Championship 2022, Suhl: Gold medal in team event, silver medals in individual and mixed team events
• Junior World Championship 2021, Lima: Gold medals in team and mixed team events

Sarabjot Singh: Travel to shooting

• Initial ambition to become a footballer
• Discovered that a shooting took place at a summer camp at the age of 13
• Convinced father to allow him to shoot
• Won a gold medal at the 2019 Junior World Championship, marking a turning point

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