Nikhat Zareen is no stranger to adversity. (PTI Photo)
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News1809-01-2026, 20:00

Nikhat Zareen: From Setbacks to Olympic Dreams, The Boxer's Unwavering Resolve

  • Nikhat Zareen, despite recent setbacks including an early exit from the Paris Olympics and a knee injury, remains determined to become an Olympic champion.
  • She had a remarkable streak with consecutive world titles, a Commonwealth Games gold, and an Asian Games bronze, but faced disappointment at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
  • Nikhat emphasizes that 'setbacks are part of sport and life' and uses them to improve, focusing on refining her technique and tactics with coach Sunny Gehlawat.
  • At 29, she is incorporating sports science and nutrition into her preparation, with an eye on the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
  • Nikhat aims to start the new season with a gold, having reached the National Championships final, and is motivated for a packed year ahead.

Why It Matters: Nikhat Zareen's journey highlights resilience, turning setbacks into motivation for her ultimate Olympic dream.

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