Rubina Francis Shines with Bronze at Paralympic Games; Inspires Nation with Heartfelt Message

Rubina Francis clinched the bronze medal in the P2 Women's 10M Air Pistol SH-1 final at the Paralympic Games, urging the nation to stay committed to their dreams and trust in their abilities. The Indian team celebrated several victories, boosting national pride.

In a historic moment for Indian sports, Rubina Francis secured a bronze medal at the Paralympic Games, finishing third in the P2 Women's 10M Air Pistol SH-1 final on Saturday. Her performance not only showcased her immense talent but also highlighted her unwavering determination.

Following her notable achievement, Rubina shared an inspiring message with the nation. 'I am very happy,' she expressed, her voice brimming with joy. 'My message to everyone is to give 100% in whatever you do. Keep faith in yourself, and pursue what you want,' she said.

Rubina accumulated a total of 211.1 points in the final. Javanmardi Sareh of Iran claimed the gold with 236.8 points, while Turkey's Ozgan Aysel secured silver with 231.1 points. As India celebrates Rubina's triumph, her message serves as a potent reminder: never lose faith in your abilities and always strive to give your best.

Rubina's bronze medal symbolizes a blend of personal victory and the power of hard work coupled with an indomitable spirit. The Indian shooting team brought home five medals from the last Olympics in Tokyo, which included two golds, one silver, and two bronzes. Standout performances included Avani with a gold and bronze, Manish Narwal's gold, and Singhraj Adhana's silver and bronze.

Earlier, Rubina finished sixth in the qualification round of the P2 - Women's 10M Air Pistol SH-1, amassing 556 points over six rounds. On Friday, reigning Paralympic champion Avani Lekhara continued her winning streak, clinching gold in the women's 10m air rifle final at the Paris Paralympics, with Mona Agarwal taking bronze, marking another high point for Indian shooters.

(With inputs from agencies.)