Archery Premier League: A New Dawn for Indian Archery
The Archery Premier League, launching in New Delhi, marks a transformative step for Indian archery, featuring 48 archers across six franchises. Key figures express optimism about the league's potential to elevate the sport, offering immense exposure in preparation for major international events including the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics.
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The inaugural Archery Premier League, a significant venture in the world of Indian sports, has officially launched in New Delhi. Bringing together top talents from around the globe, the league promises to reshape the landscape of archery in India. With 48 archers, including 36 Indians and 12 foreigners, dispersed among six franchises, the excitement is palpable.
Among those celebrating the league's introduction are Indian stars Jyothi Surekha and Rishabh Yadav, fresh from their successes at the World Archery Championships in South Korea. Yadav called their gold in the men's compound event "an unbelievable moment," signifying India's rising prominence in the sport. Surekha described the league as a long-standing dream, now realized.
Officials, including AAI President Arjun Munda, emphasize the league's potential to propel Indian archery to new heights, enriching both rural and urban regions with its reach. The league, starting on October 2nd with Ram Charan as its brand ambassador, promises a grand spectacle aimed at drawing new audiences and interest to the sport.
(With inputs from agencies.)
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