Sports taught me many things. Not giving up on your dreams is one of them.
I, Rahi Nitin Pakhle, have been playing various sports since I was 5 years old, but what I loved most was Gymnastics.
When I was introduced to Trampoline Gymnastics, I was flying on Cloud 9 - literally. ☁️ With each flip and bounce in the air, I could see my dreams coming true.
I have won the National Championships in Trampoline Gymnastics six times. I represented India in two World Cups held in Azerbaijan and Bulgaria, one World Championship in Bulgaria, and one Asian Championship in Hong Kong. One of my proudest moments to date was being selected for the Asian Games last year in China, which brought a wide smile to my parents' faces. 😊
I have experienced many obstacles during my athletic journey. Even I missed my chance to participate in the Paris Olympics 2024. 💔 And it made me lose my confidence in life. But it was the love for my sport and support from my parents that kept me going.
Like every athlete, I, too, have dreamt of representing my country in the Olympics and I am keeping on with my practice for next year.
Moreover, I aspire to contribute to the sports field by promoting it as a mainstream career, rather than just fun activities. This motivation led me to join IISM, where I aim to educate myself about various facets of the sports industry.
Being a full-time athlete while continuing my studies is challenging, but I always believe that great things happen every time you bounce back. And who would understand this better than a trampoline gymnast? 🤸♀️
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