22-year-old shooter Manu Bhaker has featured on the cover of The Word Magazine . Notably, Bhaker became the first Indian female shooter to win an Olympic medal in addition to becoming the first Indian woman to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics. Bhaker receieved a warm welcome after her historic feats at the 2024 Paris Olympics .
Featuring on the cover of a magazine is another feather added to her cap. Bhaker graces cover of 'The Word Magazine' post-Olympic success The cover story of The Word Magazine celebrates her resilience and determination, highlighting her incredible achievements and the journey that led to them. Notably.
the photoshoot took place in the luxurious Presidential Suite at The Leela Palace in New Delhi , where she was surrounded by friends, family, and dignitaries who came to congratulate her on her achievements. Bhaker shares emotions behind her historic victories In an interview with The Word Magazine 's Editor-In-Chief, Nandini Bhalla, Bhaker expressed her gratitude and joy over her historic victories. She stated, "When people say, 'Manu, you have made India proud,' I feel so grateful that I could do so.
" She emphasized the importance of family support and independence in her journey to becoming a top-tier athlete. Bhaker's historic victory in women's 10m air pistol event Bhaker's first bronze medal came in the women's 10m air pistol event, a significant milestone in Indian sports history. This achievement saw Bhaker become the first fema.