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Avani Lekhara

SH 1 | Paralympic Shooting

“Believe in your dreams and never let obstacles stop you. Your challenges are just opportunities to shine brighter.”

AGE

22 Y

MEDALS

2024

01

YEARS

2024

2022

BIOGRAPHY

Avani Lekhara is an Indian Paralympic shooter who made history by winning gold and bronze medals at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. Known for her precision and resilience, she became the first Indian woman to win a gold medal in shooting at the Paralympics, showcasing exceptional talent and determination.

Sports

Paralympic Shooting

Date of Birth

27 november 2001

Age

22 YEAR OLD

Nationality​

India

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"Avani Lekhara Wins Gold Medal at Paralympics 2024"

Highlights of Avani Lekhara’s historic gold medal victory in shooting at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

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"PM congratulates Avani Lekhara on her victory"

A detailed documentary following Avani Lekhara’s preparation and journey to the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, showcasing her training, challenges, and personal story.

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"The Indian Para Shooting Star Taking It One Shot At A Time"

The para shooter revealed that she has struggled with her health in the build up to Paris 2024. However, this has not prevented further success for Lekhara.

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"Avani Lekhara: The Pioneer of Indian Paralympics"

Avani Lekhara is an Indian Paralympian and rifle shooter. She won a Gold Medal in 10m air rifle and a Bronze Medal in 50m rifle at Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.

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News and Articles

"2024 Paris Paralympics: Avani fires India to a golden start"

Avani Lekhara, successfully defended her women’s 10m air rifle shooting standing SH1 title at the Paris 2024 paralympics.
August 30, 2024 • Hardik Saini

"Avani Lekhara: A Trailblazer in Para Shooting"

Avani Lekhara made history by winning the gold medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle SH1 event at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics.
November 12, 2022 • Hardik Saini

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Records

Avani Lekhara Wins Gold in
Women's 10m SH1 Event in Paris

Paris 2024 Paralympics

August 30, 2024

Avani Lekhara won gold in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 Final with a record-setting performance at the Paris Paralympics 2024 on Friday.

Bronze Medal in Women's 50m
Rifle 3 Positions SH1

Tokyo 2020 Paralympics

August 3, 2021

Lekhara secured a bronze medal in this event at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics, further showcasing her exceptional skill and determination.

World Record in Women's 10m
Air Rifle SH1

World Cup 2022

June 26, 2021

Set a new world record at the Para Shooting World Cup in Osijek, Croatia, with a score of 249.6.

Asian Para Games Gold Medal

National Para Athletics Championships

October 10, 2018

Clinched gold in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle event at the Asian Para Games in Jakarta.
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