Mirabai Chanu: “I Will Definitely Eat Pizza This Time”

Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu discussed ending India’s 28-year medal drought in weightlifting at the Asian Games by winning a silver medal. Having previously secured podium finishes at the Olympics, World Championships and Commonwealth Games, she noted that this was the only missing accolade of her career, stating: “Finally the medal list is complete.” Explaining her disciplined preparation, Mirabai revealed that she cuts off social media and her phone before major competitions to prevent injuries and maintain maximum focus. She added that her coach had given permission to celebrate the achievement and confirmed that she would enjoy a pizza before focusing on future tournaments.