Young Indian Diver Palak Sharma Among Youngest to Compete at 2025 World Aquatics Championships in Singapore.
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Palak Sharma, a promising diving talent from Indore, Madhya Pradesh, is set to represent India at the World Aquatics Championships 2025 in Singapore, taking place July 11 – August 3. At just around 16–17 years old, she is one of the youngest divers from India to compete in this global event.
- Being selected for three diving events—scheduled on 28 July, 30 July, and 3 August—Palak marks her second consecutive appearance at the World Championships, making her one of the rare Indian women to achieve this milestone. Her return reflects consistent trust in her potential by the Swimming Federation of India.
- Palak’s training journey is remarkable. Coached by Vishwamitra Awardee Ramesh Vyas, she puts in nearly eight hours daily, even practicing during school changes and the COVID-19 lockdown—from terrace designs to home setups.
- Her dedication earned her three golds at the 38th National Games (U‑19) and silver and bronze at the 2024 Singapore International Aquatic Championships, along with honors like the Pradhan Mantri Rashtriya Bal Puraskar and Madhya Pradesh’s Eklavya Award.
Main Point :- (i) Palak Sharma is set to compete in three diving events at the 2025 World Aquatics Championships: 1m springboard, 3m springboard, and 10m platform, showcasing her versatility across diving disciplines. Her qualification is backed by consistent national-level performances and trials conducted by the Swimming Federation of India (SFI).
(ii) The World Aquatics Championships 2025, organized by World Aquatics (formerly FINA – Fédération Internationale de Natation), will be hosted from July 11 to July 27, 2025, in Singapore—marking the country’s first time as host. This edition includes six aquatic disciplines and serves as a qualifier for the 2026 Youth Olympics and the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics.
(iii) Palak, who previously represented India at the 2023 Asian Age Group Championships and secured podium finishes, has been training under coach Kamlesh Nanak at the MP State Aquatic Academy, Bhopal. Her progress reflects the success of India's Khelo India initiative and the growing state support for women in aquatic sports.
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