Determination echoes in the voice of boxer Saweety Boora as she eyes a medal at the Paris Olympics. A rising star in Indian boxing, the 31-year-old has displayed remarkable improvement, becoming the world champion in 2023, Saweety emphasized her readiness for any challenge, aiming beyond her recent achievements.
“2023 had been a memorable year for me. Finally, I became the world champion. But this is just the start,” Saweety told The Bridge.
“In the new year, I have started my preparation for the Paris Olympics, and I am fully focused on winning a medal for my country,” Saweety vowed.
Saweety’s consistency and brilliance were evident in her light heavyweight gold at the World Championships, where she avenged her 2014 defeat. This victory followed her back-to-back national titles and a gold at the Asia continental championship.
Despite facing setbacks, including a denied Olympic qualification ahead of Tokyo 2020, Saweety has overcome obstacles. Transitioning from 81kg to the 75kg Olympic category, she is now dedicated to her dream of winning an Olympic medal. Saweety acknowledged Dabur Chyawanprash as her health partner and expressed her focus on rigorous training for the Paris Olympics.
“I have to go a long way and I want to give my 100 percent in every competition because it is rather easy to reach the top of the sport but it is difficult to maintain the position there,” remarked Saweety. “Boxing is not only a combat sport but also a mind sport. You have to be physically fit, at the same time, you have to be mentally strong too,” she added.
Aware of the mental and physical demands of boxing, Saweety adheres to her childhood routine of consuming Dabur Chyawanprash every morning, citing its role in enhancing strength and endurance. With determination and a disciplined approach, Saweety aims to give her best in every competition on the path to Olympic success.
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