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Women have been breaking barriers in not only sports but millions of other fields every day for decades.
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Breaking Barriers: Women In Sports And Their Inspiring Stories
1. PT Usha – The Queen of Indian Athletics PT Usha, also known as the “Payyoli Express.” She is one of India’s most celebrated athletes, dominating the track and field events in the 1980s. Her passion for running started at a young age, and she overcame numerous obstacles to chase her dreams. Nothing could have been more thrilling and exciting for the generation growing up in India in the 1980s than watching Payyoli Tevaraparampil Usha take off like a gazelle. Such was the speed, grace, and charisma of PT Usha, who won five medals in the 1986 Asian Games, four of which were gold. Do you remember your parents or grandparents talking about her? I do, and everything they said was true! Watching P.T. Usha fly off like the wind when the gun went off is everything an athlete would dream of. Breaking records left and right, she created a mark in the field nobody could ever forget!
2. Mithali Raj- Lady Tendulkar of Indian Women’s cricket Women’s cricket is often synonymous with Mithali Raj, the greatest women’s cricketer in the history of Indian cricket! Her story inspires millions of girls to pursue their dreams and to keep going till they get that! Mithali has broken a list of records as she led the Indian team for a long time. Her contributions and the legacy she has left behind keep Team India in a strong position to grow in the world of cricket. Her unwavering dedication and unmatched skills have earned her the title of leading run-scorer in women’s One Day Internationals, a testament to her dedication to the sport. Her impact extends beyond the stats she has accomplished, kindling a fire of ambition in young cricketers and beyond. Her rise from humble beginnings to the pinnacle of cricket fame is proof of the power of dreams and the rewards of perseverance. She has led India to a record 89 wins from 155 ODIs, ahead of Belinda Clarke who is second in the list with 83 victories. Through every innings played and milestone achieved, she has shown us that gender knows no bounds when it comes to determination and passion. Her retirement moved not just sports lovers but everyone who ever saw her play. Mithali Raj has been a fierce supporter and the loudest cheerleader for women’s cricket in India. Her contributions and the way she plays will be dearly missed!
3. Mary Kom – The Queen of boxing The Indian boxing legend, the one who started it all for India, Mary Kom has become a household name today! She is proof that it does not matter where you come from and who you are, but what matters is what you do and become. She was the first woman from India to compete in boxing at the 2012 Olympics and was given the honor of carrying the tricolor following her performance. Her journey inspires not only young girls but women who have been married or are mothers to keep fighting for their dream. Adding a responsibility or a title to your name does not mean you cannot continue pursuing what you love and are passionate about. A trailblazer in every sense, Kom’s illustrious career is adorned with six world championship titles, an Olympic bronze medal, and a plethora of other honors. Her success story isn’t just about the medals she’s won, but the barriers she’s shattered and the glass ceilings she’s broken. Beyond the sport, her dedication, hope, and never giving up spirit have been a constant reminder to those who need it the most! She has proved that you can bounce back from any setback, break every record you want and age is just a number!
