- I am of the firm belief that no success story is bereft of inspirational tales backed by monumental amounts of grit, determination, sacrifice, discipline, devotion, and challenges. None can ever question the true worth of the quote there is no substitution for hard work. Achievements of any nature extract all the above and more including sweat and blood copiously. It is true for all fields and more so when it comes to conquering sheer physical challenges posed in the field of sports where physical endurance is put to a great test. Competing at the highest levels naturally demands no less than top performances.
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- In this backdrop, the revelation made by ace athlete Anju Bobby George in a tweet despite her physical inadequacies to have competed with only one kidney, allergic to even a painkiller, and with a dead take-off leg is not only unbelievable but also showcases unparalleled mental fortitude to swim against the tide to emerge triumphantly. For the uninitiated, Anju is the only Indian athlete to have won a historic bronze medal in the long jump at the 2003 World Athletics Championship in Paris. This achievement came notwithstanding Doctors advising six months rest just 20 days before the Championship is simply sensational.
- She is also a gold medalist in the IAAF World Athletics Finals (Monaco, 2005), securing her name in the exalted annals of Indian sporting achievements inspiring thousands of wannabe athletes to overcome hurdles through a sheer dent of willpower. The stunning revelation has left the entire country awestruck prompting no less than Union Sports Minster to applaud her triumphs in the face of mountainous challenges. He was on the button while mentioning Anju brought great laurels to the country through her successes.
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- Anju went on to mention she chose the pandemic season to make this revelation to motivate all the sportspersons in the current generation, who are missing out on their practice and competition due to the spread of the deadly virus. Of course, the general perception surrounding any elite sportsperson is they are blessed with a perfect body making it a lot easier to achieve success in their chosen field. Far from the truth, as Anju’s revelations amply demonstrate it is the willpower, above everything else, that acts as a catalyst propelling an individual to excel in overcoming perceived difficulties.
- No denying the fact as Anju counts amongst the country’s most inspirational track and field stars. Coming from her should not only inspire sportspersons but also others not connected to the field as well. Simply because her success story mirrors how limitations could be overcome by applying timeless traits of three Ds i.e. discipline, determination, and dedication. Hard work will pay and that is the law of the universe as Anju’s story reveals. We are proud of you Anju Bobby George!
