Bhaker, who not too long ago clinched two bronze medals, one in particular person and the opposite in combined occasion, in capturing on the Paris Olympics 2024, shared photographs of the encounter on social media.
Bhaker additionally expressed her willingness to plan a exercise session along with the boxing legend.
At present on a three-month break to get well from a hand damage, Bhaker expressed her delight at catching up with the boxing legend. “It was nice catching up with you didi Mary Kom, and speaking concerning the Olympics and extra… Thanks to your needs and blessings and let’s plan a exercise session quickly!” she posted, alongside pictures of the 2 athletes sharing a heat embrace.
Mary Kom, initially slated to be India’s Chef-de-Mission for the Paris Olympics earlier than withdrawing on account of private commitments, has been a relentless supply of inspiration for younger athletes like Bhaker.
The break from aggressive capturing supplies Bhaker with a possibility to discover different passions.
A former karate fanatic, she has publicly admitted that she wish to re-engage with martial arts and pursue hobbies like horse driving, skating, and health.
She additionally intends to renew Bharatnatyam courses, which have been hampered by her rigorous coaching schedule in France.
This break, nonetheless, will doubtless see Bhaker miss the upcoming Capturing World Cup scheduled in New Delhi from October 13th to 18th.
Nonetheless, the reunion of those two sporting icons underlines the sturdy bonds solid throughout the Indian Olympic fraternity.
