Bhubaneswar, Sisters Sanvi and Anvi emerged as the stars of the 40th Sub-Junior and 50th Junior National Aquatic Championship 2024 held in Bhubaneswar recently. Organized by the Swimming Federation of India, the event saw 1,000 talented swimmers from across the country take part in various competitions, showcasing India's prodigious and abundant talent in aquatic sports.
The Deshwal sisters' outstanding performance saw the Maharashtra girls group emerge champions in the II category. Sanvi and Anvi proved their dominance in the pool by winning four gold and four silver medals together.
Young talent Sanvi Deshwal mesmerized the audience with thrilling performances. On the first day of Nationals, he broke the record of 34.69 seconds set in 2022 in the 50-meter breaststroke event.
Sanvi broke another junior national record of 1:15.30 seconds in the 100-metre breaststroke on the final day of the championships. The old record was set in 2018. With this achievement, Sanvi is being seen as a rising talent in the Indian swimming world.
The Deshwal sisters, who are training at the Otters Club in Mumbai under the guidance of Mr. Nihar Amin under the Dolphin Program, have raised hopes with their skill and commitment that they can perform very well. Their success is attributed to effective training programs and the commitment of their coaches, which have helped these young players become national champions.
Students of Mumbai's Mahimni Bombay Scottish School, Sanvi and Anvi Deshwal have struck an amazing balance between their rigorous training schedule and school education, demonstrating their discipline and determination in both areas.
The achievements of the Deshwal sisters at the National Aquatic Championships point to the growing importance of young athletes in India and the bright future of sports in India. His success not only makes his state proud, but also inspires countless young athletes across the country to excel in sports.
