Almost Perfect - Stories Of Forgotten Indian Women Athletes
by Radio Azim Premji University · 6 episodes
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Even if you are not a sports enthusiast, you’ve most probably heard of Sania Mirza, PT Usha, Rani Rampal, Deepika Kumari, and Bachendri Pal.But what about Archana Venkataraman, Chekrovulu Swuro, Rita Gombu, Vandana Rao, and Sarita Devi?Probably not. While some soar to stardom, others remain in the shadows despite their exceptional talents. Welcome to Almost Perfect, a captivating series that unearths the remarkable yet often overlooked stories of Indian women athletes. We shine the spotlight on those who competed alongside the best but never quite achieved the fame they deserved. Their names may not be etched in hist...
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Fists Of Fury - Sarita Devi
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Get. Set. Gone — Vandana Rao
In 1984, four Indian track-and-field athletes delivered what was then the best-ever performance by Indian women at the Los Angeles Olympics. The standout athlete, PT Usha, missed t…
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Game. Set. Mismatch — Archana Venkataraman
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Missing The Mark - Chekrovolu Swuro
Chekrovolu Swuro came agonisingly close to fame, only to have the wind whisk it away from her. Taking aim at glory is not quite enough for an archer. For the arrow to chart a victo…
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200 Metres From Glory - Rita Gombu Marwah
In 1984, Bachendri Pal became a household name when she conquered Mount Everest, becoming the first Indian woman to do so. Her success, however, cast a shadow over her teammates. C…
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Trailer - Almost Perfect | Radio Azim Premji University
Even if you are not a sports enthusiast, you’ve most probably heard of Sania Mirza, PT Usha, Rani Rampal, Deepika Kumari, and Bachendri Pal. But what about Archana Venkataraman, Ri…