New Delhi: Tokyo Paralympics Gold Medal and Bronze Avani Lekhara on Sunday declared the finish podium in the match not only for him but also for those who dare to dream.
Avani won gold at 10m Air Rifle Rifle and Bronze at 50m Air Rifle 3 Sh1 event position.
With two medals in Tokyo 2020, he became the first Indian woman who won several medals at the Paralympic Olympics.
“Looking back to the Paralympics, it still feels quite real.
While the feeling is still not enough to sink, there is no doubt in me.
Sense of satisfaction that has come through executing perfectly, after hard effort, hard work and work hard and work hard .
Dedication as a collective unit in all training sessions, “AVANI LEKHARA statement on Twitter read.
“Touching beyond words with all messages with good expectations and support.
This victory is not only for me, but for those of us who dare to dream.
And, just dreams come true! Apologies for not being able to reply to one of you, But, appreciate each message I have received, “he added.
The 19-year-old shooter was also a bearer of the Indian flag at the Ceremony of the Tokyo paralympics closing ceremony which was recently concluded.
The Indian contingent completed their campaign at the Tokyo Paralympic Games 2020 at the highest point of all time by securing a total of 19 medals covering 5 gold, 8 silver, and 6 bronze medals.
India sent its biggest contingent of 54 athletes in as many as 9 sports disciplines to the match.