Wrestler Priya outclasses Paris Olympian Reetika to claim 76kg crown
2 weeks, 1 day ago

Wrestler Priya outclasses Paris Olympian Reetika to claim 76kg crown

New Indian Express  

CHENNAI: Priya Malik had won a handful of international medals in age group events and also bagged a bronze on her international debut in senior category at the Asian Championship last year. Reetika Hooda, another wrestler from Haryana, not only made her way to the national team but also became the first woman grappler from the country to book an Olympic ticket in the heavyweight category. On Sunday, Priya and Reetika were on the wrestling mat for a showdown at the Senior National Championship in Bengaluru and the prize was 76kg gold. Priya resumed training a couple of months after the trials and won a gold medal in the U23 Asian Championship in June.

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India's Day 15 Results At Paris Olympics 2024
4 months, 1 week ago

India's Day 15 Results At Paris Olympics 2024

ABP News  

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ABP News  

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News 18  

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India TV News  

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The Hindu  

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News 18  

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Asian Wrestling Championships: Nisha Dahiya bags silver; bronze for Priya
1 year, 8 months ago

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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News 18  

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News 18  

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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2 years, 8 months ago

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The Hindu  

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The Hindu  

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