Mary Kom on Weight Management and Olympic Hurdles

Mary Kom addressed the weight management in athletics, referencing Vinesh Phogat's Olympic disqualification. She stressed athletes' responsibility to meet weight requirements and expressed disappointment over India's boxing showing in Paris. She plans to discuss the performances with sports authorities and hopes to continue her professional boxing career.

In a candid discussion, six-time world champion boxer M C Mary Kom voiced her opinion on the crucial issue of weight management in competitive sports, referencing wrestler Vinesh Phogat's Olympic disqualification for exceeding weight limits.

Mary Kom, a seasoned athlete and mother of four, reflected on the stringent demands of weight control, saying it is a personal responsibility for each athlete. 'Weight is important, that is my responsibility,' she emphasized during a promotional event for Utkarsh Small Finance Bank.

Her comments also touched upon India's lackluster boxing campaign in Paris. While she refrained from detailing her concerns, she expressed a desire to meet with the national federation and the sports minister to evaluate the situation and seek improvements. Continuing her career, Mary looks forward to opportunities in professional boxing and aims to compete for several more years.

(With inputs from agencies.)