Aiming for Success: PT Usha's Influence on Manu Bhaker's Olympic Triumph

Manu Bhaker's coach, Jaspal Rana, credits Indian Olympic Association chief PT Usha for supporting the shooter in winning two Olympic medals. He defends Usha against internal criticism and stresses the need for systematic athlete development. Rana discusses coaching prospects and India's potential bid for the 2036 Olympics.

Jaspal Rana, personal coach of Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker, has attributed her recent success to the unwavering support of Indian Olympic Association chief PT Usha. Rana praised Usha for her relentless backing, which he says was instrumental in Bhaker clinching two medals at the Paris Games.

Despite criticisms faced by Usha from some quarters within the IOA, Rana emphasized her positive impact on Indian sports, advocating for a systemic solution to nurturing athletic talent in the country. He called for a focus on developing a robust framework to support athletes, rather than relying on sporadic successes.

Rana also touched on India's aspirations for hosting the 2036 Olympics, suggesting that it offers an opportunity for significant infrastructural advancements and athlete development. While non-committal about a return to coaching, he expressed willingness to contribute to Indian shooting's future success.

(With inputs from agencies.)