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Ekta Bishnoi wins three gold medals in USA powerlifting
- •IRS officer and powerlifter Ekta Bishnoi made history by winning three gold medals at the World Masters Classic Powerlifting Championship in the USA.
- •She has become the first female powerlifter from India to win gold in the Masters-2 category of this prestigious championship.
- •Despite her coach Sunil Kumar failing to get a US visa, Ekta maintained contact through video calls and modern technology.
- •She lifted a total of 362.5 kg, defeating veteran competitors from Japan and Canada.
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Indian Revenue Service officer and powerlifter Ekta Bishnoi made history in America by winning three gold medals at the World Masters Classic Powerlifting Championship, becoming the first female powerlifter from India to win gold in the Masters-2 category.
Although her coach Sunil Kumar was denied a US visa and could not be physically present, modern technology bridged the gap. Ekta maintained constant contact with him through video calls and team official Binu Ibrahim, executing his scientific guidance with precision.
Ekta Bishnoi successfully lifted a total weight of 362.5 kilograms, which included a 150-kilogram deadlift in her opening attempt. This performance allowed her to surpass strong competitors from countries like Japan and Canada.
