Ankita Bhagat: Rising Star in Archery- Ankita Bhagat performed brilliantly during the team and individual ranking rounds on Thursday, July 25, putting India as a strong contender for a medal in archery. Ankita finished 11th in the individual ranking round, while the Indian women’s team finished fourth. This excellent result has put them directly in the quarter-finals, where they will face either France or the Netherlands.
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Ankita Bhagat’s journey to the Paris 2024 Olympics is a remarkable story of dedication and success in archery. From humble beginnings to becoming a top contender on the international stage, her journey reflects the power of perseverance and talent.
India’s journey at the Paris 2024 Olympics began with an impressive performance from the women’s archery team, comprising Ankita Bhagat, Deepika Kumari and Bhajan Kaur. The trio finished a strong fourth in the ranking round, making it to the quarterfinals, where they will face either France or the Netherlands.
Here’s the information in a table format:
| Event | Team Members | Performance | Next Round |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Archery Ranking Round | Ankita Bhagat, Deepika Kumari, Bhajan Kaur | Finished 4th | Advanced to the quarterfinals |
| Quarterfinals | Ankita Bhagat, Deepika Kumari, Bhajan Kaur | – | Will compete against France or the Netherlands |
The achievement puts India as a strong contender for its first Olympic medal in archery. In the individual events, all three archers showcased their skills and finished in the top 32. Ankita Bhagat emerged as the top Indian archer, finishing 11th and taking the lead. Bhajan Kaur and Deepika Kumari also performed well, finishing 22nd and 23rd respectively.
| Event | Team Members | Individual Rankings | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Women’s Individual Archery | Ankita Bhagat, Deepika Kumari, Bhajan Kaur | Ankita Bhagat – 11th | Top Indian archer in the event |
| Bhajan Kaur – 22nd | – | ||
| Deepika Kumari – 23rd | – | ||
| Overall Impact | – | – | Strong contender for India’s first Olympic medal in archery |
Ankita Bhagat: The journey, early beginnings and training.
Ankita’s archery journey began at a young age in Kolkata, where she first competed with borrowed equipment due to financial constraints. Despite these challenges, her passion for the sport was evident. In 2014, she joined the Tata Archery Academy, where she received professional training from renowned coaches. This was the beginning of her rise in the world of archery.
Key Achievements in Archery
| Year | Event | Achievement | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | U-21 World Championships (Mixed Team) | Gold Medal | Partnered with Jameson Singh Ningthoujam |
| 2019 | Asian Championship (Team) | Bronze Medal | – |
| 2021 | Asian Championship (Team) | Silver Medal | – |
| 2022 | Khelo India Women’s National Ranking Archery Tournament | Gold Medal | – |
| 2022 | Asian Games (Team Recurve) | Bronze Medal | Teamed with Bhajan Kaur and Simranjeet Kaur |
| 2024 | Final World Archery Olympic Qualifier | Top Eight Finish | Secured a place in the Indian Olympic team |
Ankita Bhagat made a significant mark on the international scene by winning the gold medal with Jameson Singh Ningthoujam in the mixed team event at the Under-21 World Championships in 2017. This victory was a stepping stone in her career, which led her to further success. She won a bronze medal at the Asian Championships in 2019 and a silver medal in 2021, showing her consistent performance.
In 2022, Ankita achieved a major milestone by winning her first gold medal at the Khelo India Women’s National Ranking Archery Tournament. In the same year, she won a bronze medal in the team recurve event at the Asian Games in Hangzhou along with teammates Bhajan Kaur and Simranjit Kaur. These achievements underlined her rise and prominence in the sport.
Road to the Paris 2024 Olympics
Ankita’s consistent performances saw her secure a place in the Indian Olympic team for the Paris 2024 Olympics by finishing in the top eight at the final World Archery Olympic Qualifier in 2024. She is set to compete in the event on July 25, which will be her Olympic debut.
Inspiration and Legacy
Ankita Bhagat’s journey from humble beginnings to the Olympics is a story of relentless dedication and hard work. Her achievements in archery are an inspiration to aspiring sportspersons across India, showing that determination can overcome any obstacle. As she prepares to represent India at the Paris 2024 Olympics, Ankita’s journey is a proud moment for the country and a source of inspiration for young athletes.
