Ashi Chouksey sets aim for Olympics podium after dream Asian Games campaign
The HinduAt 14, the word ‘problems’ largely pertains to the ones buried inside mathematics textbooks. Of course, it’s a big thing for everyone and for the country, but I just have to focus on my next competition more.” For now, the adventure-seeker in her is happy to explore the streets of Hangzhou with roommate and bestie Sift Kaur Samra, who had earlier claimed the gold medal in the 50m 3P event with a world record score of 469.6. Gold medal winner Indian shooter Sift Kaur Samra with bronze medal winner compatriot Ashi Chouksey after finals of the women’s 50m rifle 3 positions event at the 19th Asian Games, in Hangzhou. But with a little bit of work, things can change.” On being asked to explain what he meant by Ashi’s ‘shift in temperament’, Vaibhav said: “There are many instances. The expectation automatically increases, and you tend to push for inner-10s more than you would normally do.” Vaibhav stopped to remember another incident, which serves as testimony to Ashi’s tremendous grit.