Para pistol shooter Rubina Francis from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, has been showcasing remarkable talents and bringing glory to India in recent competitions. Rubina’s journey to success includes a silver medal in the 10m air pistol event at the World Shooting Para Sports World Cup-2023.
In a groundbreaking moment, Rubina Francis secured India’s first medal at the Paris Paralympics 2024 by winning a bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol SH1 event. This victory not only marks Rubina’s debut Paralympic medal but also contributes to India’s total of 5 medals at the prestigious event, with 4 of them coming from shooting events.
Scoring an impressive 211.1 points, Rubina’s performance at the Paris Paralympics was exceptional. After finishing third in the final stage 1 with a score of 97.6 in 10 shots, she continued her stellar play in Stage 2. Her achievement holds great significance as she became the first Indian woman to secure a Paralympic medal in pistol shooting.
Rubina Francis’s success story is a testament to her dedication and skill. Hailing from a humble background, as the daughter of a nurse, Sunita Francis, and a motor mechanic, Simon, Rubina’s triumphs inspire many aspiring athletes across the country.
The Paris Paralympics 2024 also witnessed other Indian athletes shine brightly. Avani Lekhara claimed the gold in the 10m air rifle SH1 event, Mona Aggarwal secured the bronze, and Preeti Pal made history by winning a bronze in the 100m T35 category, becoming the first Indian athlete to medal in a track event. Manish Narwal added to the glory with a silver in the 10m Air Pistol SH1 event.
Rubina Francis’s remarkable journey and achievements at the Paris Paralympics 2024 stand as a beacon of hope and inspiration for the future of Indian para sports.
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