Akshdeep Singh -20 km race walk,India’s Olympic Contenders for Paris 2024″

“Champions Unveiled: India’s Olympic Contenders for Paris 2024”-Part 1

Akshdeep Singh -20 km race walk

Early Life and Education

Akshdeep Singh, born on 22 November 1999 in Kahneke village, Barnala district, Punjab, hails from a farming family. His early ambition was to join the Indian Army, which led him to start running to prepare for the recruitment drive. It was during this time that coach Gurdev Singh recognized his potential and guided him towards race walking.

Career Achievements

In a remarkable journey, Akshdeep Singh has emerged as a prominent figure in Indian athletics:

Gold Medalist: In February 2023, he won the gold medal in the 20km race walk at the Indian Race Walking Championships in Ranchi, achieving a time of 1:19:55. https://www.instagram.com/reel/C8wiewoSBU7/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Olympic Qualification: He qualified for two events at the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris:

20km race walk and Mixed marathon race walking, making its debut at the Olympics, alongside Priyanka Goswami.

Akshdeep Singh, Vikash Singh, Paramjeet Singh Bisht (20km Race Walk): Akshdeep Singh, Vikash Singh, and Paramjeet Singh Bisht form part of India’s race walk contingent, focusing on endurance and strategy in the 20km event.

https://indianathletics.in/afi-to-field-28-member-team-for-paris-olympic-games/

International Competitions: Akshdeep Singh showcased his talent on the global stage by finishing 18th in the World Race Walking Team Championship in Antalya, Turkey, on 21 April 2024, where he and Priyanka Goswami clocked 3:05:03 to meet the Olympic qualifying standard.

11th Indian Open Race Walking Competition 2024 – He clinched gold with a stellar timing of 1:19:38.00-He broke his own NR and set the New NR🥇

Other Achievements: His journey includes winning a silver medal at the National Open Athletics Championships in Bengaluru and securing gold at both the inter-university games in Karnataka and the Khelo India University Games in Bengaluru in 2022.

https://worldathletics.org/athletes/india/akshdeep-singh-14792584

Road to Paris Olympics: Akshdeep Singh’s Inspiring Journey

Determined to bounce back, Akshdeep Singh moved to Bangalore in 2021 to resume his training with renewed vigor. His perseverance bore fruit when he shattered the 20km national record, clocking 1:19:55, which earned him a gold medal and secured his spot in the Paris Olympics. This achievement made him the first Indian athlete to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

In 2023, Akshdeep further improved his time to 1:19:38 at the National Open Race Walking Competition in Chandigarh, breaking his own national record. Now proudly serving in the Indian Navy, Akshdeep remains focused on his future goals. Reflecting on his journey, he said, “My coaches are happy, but we are not satisfied. We have to look ahead. If we think what I’ve done is a big thing, then we won’t be able to accomplish the next target. It’s not big and it’s not small. It’s just a goal that’s now over. Bus aage ka socho aur chalte raho (I just have to think of the next race and keep moving).”

As Akshdeep Singh prepares for the Paris Olympics, the nation eagerly anticipates his performance on the global stage, inspired by his relentless drive and unwavering determination.

His dedication, perseverance, and outstanding performances mark him as a promising athlete set to represent India at the highest level in the Paris Olympics 2024. https://globalbuzznetwork.com/olympics-2024/

https://thebridge.in/athletics/akshdeep-singhs-from-pavements-to-paris-olympics-48083