Deepika Kumari Vows Not to Retire Until Winning Olympic Medal
Despite competing in four consecutive Olympics without reaching the podium, India’s top archer Deepika Kumari remains determined to continue her quest for an Olympic medal. The multiple World Cup medalist has vowed not to retire until she secures a spot on the Olympic podium, with her sights set on the Los Angeles Games in four years.
In an exclusive interaction at the India House in Paris, Deepika expressed her unwavering commitment to her Olympic dreams. “Obviously, I want to play more in the future and will continue my game,” she said. “I really want to win an Olympic medal, and I won’t quit until I achieve that. I’ll train harder and come back strongly.”
Deepika, who has won every major international medal except for an Olympic gold, acknowledged the challenge of handling pressure on the grandest stage but is resolute in her goal to overcome it. As she looks ahead to Los Angeles, her determination to bring home an Olympic medal remains stronger than ever.