India’s young athletes are rapidly emerging as trailblazers, set to redefine excellence in international competitions. These talented individuals are breaking barriers in a wide range of sports, from Track athletics to wrestling, badminton, and beyond, proving that India is evolving into a diverse sporting powerhouse. With every new achievement, they challenge the global stage and showcase their commitment, hard work, and passion for excellence. Supported by enhanced training facilities, advanced coaching techniques, and increased governmental focus on sports development, these athletes are well-prepared to compete at the highest levels. Their performances are consistently setting new benchmarks, marking India’s presence in arenas traditionally dominated by other nations. Driven by a relentless desire to succeed, they are carving a path for the country’s sporting future, making a lasting impact both nationally and internationally. This new generation of athletes is inspiring millions and redefining India’s potential in global sports.
Yuven Sundaramoorthy ( Racer ):
Yuven Sundaramoorthy was born on February 22, 2003, he is an American racing driver. He currently competes in Indy NXT with Abel Motorsports.He previously drove for Exclusive Motorsport and Pabst Racing. He also came in third in the Copper Tires USF 2000 Championship Series, with four wins, 14 top 10s, nine podiums, and four pole finishes. In India, Sundaramoorthy has completed the MRF Challenge Series and the Formula Race Promotions F1600 Championships with wins and podium finishes.
Mirabai Chanu (Weightlifting ) :
Mirabai Chanu is a renowned Indian weightlifter who has made significant strides in her sport. Born on May 8, 1994, Chanu hails from the state of Manipur. She gained international attention with her exceptional performances in weightlifting competitions. Chanu’s journey to success reached a milestone when she won the silver medal at the 2014 Commonwealth Games held in Glasgow, Scotland. This achievement catapulted her into the spotlight, and she continued to excel on the international stage. She is a rising star in weightlifting, Mirabai Chanu won the gold medal in the women’s 48 kg category at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. She is known for her powerful clean and jerk lifts and is a role model for young athletes in India.
Jeremy Lalrinnunga ( Weightlifting ) :
Jeremy Lalrinnunga is an Indian weightlifter from Aizawl, Mizoram. He represented India in the 2018 Summer Youth Olympics in Buenos Aires. He won the gold medal in the Boys’ 62 kg category weightlifting with a lift of 274 kg (124 kg in snatch and 150 kg in clean and jerk). It was India’s first gold medal in the Youth Olympic Games. Jeremy won a silver medal in the Asian weightlifting championship. At the 2019 World Weightlifting Championships, Lalrinnunga finished at 21st rank at the Men’s 67 kg event. He won gold in the 2022 Commonwealth Games, in the 67 kg category, with a game record lift of 140 kg in snatch and 160 kg in clean and jerk.
Avani Lekhara (Shooting ):
Avani Lekhara was born on 8 November 2001 in Jaipur is an Indian Paralympian and rifle shooter from Rajasthan. She won a gold medal in the 10m air rifle standing and a bronze medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions at the 2020 Summer Paralympics. As of January 2023, Lekhara is ranked world no. 1 in Women’s 10m Air Rifle standing SH1 (World Shooting Para Sport Rankings) and has competed in the 2018 Asian Para Games. She is currently supported by OGQ. She is also the first Indian woman to win multiple medals in a single Paralympic Games.She has been given an out of turn appointment as Assistant Conservator of Forest (ACF) by the Government of Rajasthan.
Pranavi Urs (Golf ):
Pranavi Urs was born on April 15, 2003, is a rising star in Indian golf. Starting as an amateur, she quickly gained recognition by winning the second and third legs of the 2020 Hero Women’s Pro Golf Tour. Pranavi’s breakthrough came in 2023 when she made history by becoming the youngest Indian golfer to win a Ladies European Tour title. Her impressive performances on the professional circuit have drawn attention, marking her as a promising talent in the sport. With a dynamic playing style and remarkable achievements at a young age, she is a golfer to watch closely on the global stage.
