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Former Indian Wrestler Sakshi Malik Unveils Memoir Titled "Witness".

Books & Authors | Dated: 25 Oct 2024

Sakshi Malik, renowned Indian freestyle wrestler and Olympic bronze medalist, has released her memoir, Witness, co-authored by journalist Jonathan Selvaraj. The memoir provides a heartfelt look into her life, chronicling her struggles, achievements, and unyielding spirit in the wrestling world and beyond.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - Published by Juggernaut Books, the memoir explores Malik's rise to fame, from her childhood in Rohtak, Haryana, to her journey as a pioneering figure for women in sports.
  • - She won gold at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham, England, and the 2017 Commonwealth Championships in Johannesburg, South Africa.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) Malik earned a bronze medal in the 58 kg category, becoming India’s first female wrestler to win an Olympic medal.
  • (ii) In 2023, she retired from wrestling to protest Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh’s election to the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI).
  • (iii) The Government of India awarded her the Arjuna Award in 2016 (Wrestling) and the Padma Shri in 2017 (Sports).

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

What is the title of Sakshi Malik's recently released memoir?

Correct Answer: Witness

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