Double Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker has paid an emotional tribute to her former coach Jaspal Rana, who passed away at 49. Bhaker described Rana's death as an "irreparable loss" and a "friend who understood me better than most people." The duo had a remarkable comeback story in Indian sport, reuniting before the Paris Olympics and achieving historic results.
Indian shooting icon Jaspal Rana passed away from a heart attack at the age of 49, just weeks before his 50th birthday. Known for his fearless shooting and outspoken nature, Rana was a trailblazer who inspired a generation of Indian shooters and championed athletes' rights.
Jaspal Rana, Asian Games gold medallist and renowned coach, dies at 49 due to cardiac complications, leaving behind a legacy in Indian shooting as both athlete and mentor.
Jaspal Rana, a distinguished Indian pistol shooter and coach, passed away at 49 due to cardiac complications. A multiple international event winner and Asian Games gold medallist, Rana also mentored numerous young talents, including Manu Bhaker, and was a recipient of the Arjuna Award, Padma Shri, and Dronacharya Award.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi mourns the death of renowned shooting coach and former Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana (49), praising his athletic achievements and dedication to nurturing Indian shooters like Manu Bhaker.
Jaspal Rana, 49, Indian shooting's renowned coach and former Asian Games gold medallist, died after a cardiac issue following his return from the ISSF World Cup in Munich. He was instrumental in shaping top Indian shooters like Saurabh Chaudhary and Manu Bhaker.
Renowned Indian shooting coach and former Asian Games gold medallist Jaspal Rana died at 49 due to cardiac complications after falling ill post ISSF World Cup in Munich.
Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker has been named in India's 30-member shooting squad for the Asian Games, where she will compete in both the women's 25m pistol and 10m air pistol events. The squad selection, announced by the NRAI, prioritizes athletes with realistic medal prospects, leading to strategic decisions like fielding only one shooter in the men's 25m rapid-fire pistol.
Jaspal Rana, India's high-performance pistol shooting coach, underwent a stent procedure in Delhi after falling ill on his return from the ISSF World Cup in Munich, where India won four medals.
Ankita Deokule, a US citizen of Indian origin, will represent the US in the women's 25m sports pistol event at the Munich World Cup starting May 24, fulfilling her father Amol Deokule's dream of competing at a global stage.
Manu Bhaker, the 24-year-old two-time Olympic bronze medallist from 2024 Paris Olympics, celebrated 10 years in competitive shooting with an emotional Instagram post reflecting on her journey from teenage prodigy to one of India's biggest sporting stars. She recalled her early obsession with the sport, her Commonwealth Games gold at age 16 in Australia, and difficult phases including fifth-place finishes at 2018 and 2023 Asian Games despite topping qualification. Her post came a day after an NRAI event where she was asked about cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, sparking online debate about cricket narratives dominating other Indian sports.
Manu Bhaker, the 24-year-old Indian shooter who won bronze medals at the 2024 Paris Olympics, marked 10 years in competitive shooting with an emotional social media post reflecting on her journey from teenage prodigy to one of India's biggest sporting stars.
Manu Bhaker marked 10 years in competitive shooting with an emotional social media post, reflecting on her journey from a teenage prodigy to a two-time Olympic medallist at the 2024 Paris Olympics. The 24-year-old recalled her early obsession with the sport, her Commonwealth Games gold in 2018 at age 16, and difficult phases including fifth-place finishes at the 2018 and 2023 Asian Games despite topping qualification.
Indian shooter Manu Bhaker has made key equipment changes ahead of the Asian Games and World Championships, switching back to her old Pardini Armi pistol for the 25m sports pistol event after a difficult stint with a newer model. The 24-year-old is now using a new Morini pistol for her 10m air pistol event while maintaining her core technique. She also raised concerns about plans to house athletes on a docked cruise ship, citing potential discomfort for static sports like shooting.
At the NRAI 75th anniversary event in Delhi, Olympic medallist Manu Bhaker was asked about teenage cricket sensation Vaibhav Sooryavanshi, sparking debate about media framing. Bhaker gave a thoughtful response emphasising mentorship over age, but critics argued the question sideline her own achievements. Former KKR director Joy Bhattacharjya called it unfair to Bhaker, noting cricket's dominance in Indian sports coverage often pulls athletes from other sports into cricket-centric narratives.
