Mirabai Chanu Withdraws From World Championships Due to Back Pain
· Sports · NDTV Sports, Sportstar, Times of India
Star Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu has withdrawn from the IWF World Championships due to back pain. Meanwhile, Commonwealth Games silver medallist Gyaneshwari Yadav finished a creditable eighth in the women's 53kg event on Thursday. The competition is taking place as part of the ongoing international weightlifting calendar. Chanu's withdrawal comes as a major setback for the Indian contingent at the tournament. Officials have not yet announced a timeline for her return to competitive training.
Why it matters
Mirabai Chanu's withdrawal deprives India of a top medal contender at the World Championships, though Gyaneshwari Yadav delivered a strong top-ten finish.
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