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Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain (PTI)
Lovlina Borgohain expressed her aspirations to clinch gold at the upcoming 2024 Paris Olympics.
Lovlina Borgohain, who won bronze in the Welterweight category at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, is again one of India’s medal prospects at Paris 2024. The boxer expressed her aspirations to clinch gold at the upcoming edition of the Games during an interaction on JioCinema’s ‘The Dreamers’.
Lovlina’s confidence is backed by a series of remarkable performances, including a gold medal at the 2023 World Boxing Championships and a silver medal at the 2022 Asian Games.
Reflecting on her journey, Lovlina shared a poignant childhood anecdote that ignited her passion for boxing. “When I was young, I didn’t know much about boxing. My father, who worked in tea plantations, brought home sweets one Sunday wrapped in a newspaper with an article about Muhammad Ali. That moment sparked my interest in boxing. My journey began with martial arts, and then I moved directly to competing in national boxing, using my martial arts knowledge to guide me.”
Lovlina’s transition from the Welterweight (69 kg) to the Middleweight (75 kg) category marked a turning point in her career. “I used to consistently win bronze, but since switching to the 75 kg category, I’ve seen remarkable improvement. Despite initial scepticism about the weight gain, it has proven beneficial. I’ve won four consecutive gold medals in the National Games, National Championships, World Championships, and Asian Championships. This success gives me the confidence to aim for Olympic gold.”
Discussing her preparation for Paris 2024, Lovlina emphasised the importance of meticulous planning and dedication. “Every day and every session counts as we approach the Olympics. Setting a target and working diligently towards it motivates me. I structure my training to maximize productivity, ensuring each day brings me closer to my goal of winning gold.”
Offering advice to aspiring athletes, Lovlina highlighted the critical elements of success. “Discipline, focus, and sacrifice are essential. The journey is fraught with challenges, including injuries, but perseverance is key. Overcoming these obstacles is what makes a champion.”
Lovlina, an Arjuna Award and Khel Ratna awardee joins the ranks of Vijender Singh and Mary Kom as one of the few Indian boxers to have won an Olympic medal. As she prepares to compete in the women’s 75kg event at Paris 2024, her recent victories at the 2023 World Boxing Championships and 2022 Asian Boxing Championships solidify her status as a top contender.
Catch more inspiring stories of India’s Olympic hopefuls, including two-time Olympic medalist PV Sindhu, Tokyo 2020 bronze medalist Indian men’s field hockey team, champion boxer Nikhat Zareen, and two-time under-20 world champion Antim Panghal, exclusively on ‘The Dreamers.’
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