Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore has congratulated Saurabh Chaudhary for winning the gold medal in the men’s 10 metre Air Pistol event at the Asian Games.
Mr Rathore said, at the age of 16 years, in his first Asian games, incredibly talented sports person Saurabh has won a gold medal. He said that the nation is proud of him.
Stating that Saurabh participated in Khelo India, the Minister said this win showcases the hidden talent among Indian Youth.
16 years. Very first Asian Games. AND A 🥇 MEDAL.
The INCREDIBLY talented #SaurabhChaudhary has truly arrived! WELL DONE, young man! Proud of you! #AsianGames2018 #IndiaAtAsianGames pic.twitter.com/JTyBz1QgiG
— Col Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) August 21, 2018
The Minister also congratulated Abhishek Verma for winning the bronze medal in his debut at the Asian Games.
Mr Rathore said, Abhishek who is lawyer-cum-marksman has taken his shot at glory by gunning a bronze medal in the 10 metre Air Pistol event.