Chennai: Bhavani Devi is the first Indian fencing player to qualify for the Olympics, but the entry into the Sport road back in the school days “not intentionless”.
During his days at the Muruga Girl School Dhanushkodi — in Tondolar Target in 2004 — Bhavani took the fence because there were no vacancies in other disciplines.
When Bhavani signed up for a fence, he was told by his teacher that it was an expensive business, but he was ready to take a plunge.
“My teacher says it is an expensive sport and you will not be able to buy it even if you come from a good family.
I lied about how my father got those days because I wanted to get into this sport,” Revealed Bhavani, who made the Olympics Cut in March.
Monetary aspects immediately regarding Bhavani when he tried to make a sign.
“We will practice with bamboo at school.
The sword is only used during the competition because if it breaks — replaces it difficult because we have to import it.
The sword and clothes are expensive,” he said expensive, “he said.
Even though it comes from a family in a simple way, people Bhavani’s old — Pastor C Sundaramana was a priest and Mrs.
Ramani a housewife — never stopped Bhavani to pursue his dream.
“From taking a loan to pawn jewelry — my parents have done everything possible to make me Continue in this sport.
One person I miss most now is my father who died in 2019, “said Bhavani, who will be displayed at the Saber Women’s event.
Many things far from Rosy for Bhavani in 2016 who skip the Rio game.” I put a lot of pressure In myself at that time and it affected my results.
I understand the importance of staying at this time.
Once I started winning the medal, my level of confidence surged, “he said.
Bhavani’s career got a shot on the arm when he won gold in the Women’s World Cup satellite tournament in Iceland in 2017.
A year later, Bhavani became the first Indian that bagged gold in Australia.
Bhavani, who will reach Tokyo on July 20, has set up for a large event by practicing with the Italian national fence team in Rome and also part of the camp in France.
“Preparation has been prominent but everything will go down to the execution at the Olympics.
Not only did I not only do all the aspects of the game but also ensured I was mentally best, “he said.
In an effort to remain extra motivated, Bhavani also got ink last month.” I have tattoos — from five ringing five rings Collaborate from the Olympics — in my left hand.
I did not cover my left hand during the match because I used my right hand for sparring.
Tattoo reminded me of my goal and the importance of this event in my life, “he said.
There will be no scarcity of support for Bhavani who will be accompanied by his mother in Tokyo.” Support will help me to work extra, “Bhavani said.
Bhavani Devi: From Unintentional Fencer to India first at the Olympics
