Aman Sehrawat, Youngest Indian to win Olympics Medal, His Journey

Author: Subhi Saxena Date: 10/08/24 Credit: Instagram Credit: Instagram

Aman Sehrawat

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Youngest Indian Medalist

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Lost Parent at 11

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Raised by Grandparents and Sister

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Started Wrestling

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Impressive Achievements

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U-23 World Champion

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6th Medal for India

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Indian Wrestler Vinesh Phogat's Illustrious Career Decoded

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