The United World Wrestling (UWW), which runs the sport around the world, has named Indian fighter Antim Panghal the Rising Star of the Year for women.

The 19-year-old powerhouse, who competes in the 53 kg class, has had an amazing season that has earned him praise and made him stand out from Vinesh Phogat, a veteran in the same weight class.

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The Triumphant Season of Antim Panghal

Antim Panghal started her amazing journey this season by winning silver at the Asian Championships. She made a statement by beating Akari Fujimani of Japan, who had never lost a senior match before.

The 19-year-old from Haryana showed how strong she is by protecting her U20 world champion title in Jordan. This showed how dominant she is on the world stage.

Junior World Champion Twice

Antim Panghal, who is from Haryana, is the only Indian junior world winner who has won the title twice.

This shows how skilled she is and how much she loves the sport. The things she did well in the junior category helped her move up quickly in the senior category.

Senior World Wrestling Championships Debut With A Lot Of Impact

In Belgrade, Serbia, Panghal won the bronze prize at her first senior world wrestling championships, leaving an indelible mark. Her win over Jonna Malmgren, a two-time European champion from Sweden, showed that she could fight at the highest level.

This win was very important because it earned India’s spot in the Paris 2024 Olympics in the women’s 53 kg category. This was another feather in her cap.

Recognition around the world

Antim Panghal has become a major force in women’s wrestling, as shown by the fact that United World Wrestling named her the Rising Star of the Year. Her accomplishments go beyond national lines, making her a rising star around the world.