Before leaving for Paris, Ritika Hooda had said, ‘When she was not selected for the Commonwealth and Asian Games, she decided to quit wrestling. His parents encouraged him to take up wrestling.
So she doesn’t let anything take over her mind and is determined to play with an open mind. He paid much attention to fast work and smart work. His aim is to fetch gold.
Started wrestling in 2015
Ritika Hooda is a resident of Kharkada village in Rohtak district. His father Jagbir Hooda is a farmer. Before joining wrestling, his father Jagbir inspired him to play handball. After this the father felt that individual sports offered more opportunities.
So he took Ritika to Chhotu Ram Akhara in 2015. There, coach Mandeep recognized his potential.
Ritika said that at that time she did not think that she would ever qualify for the Olympics and become the first Indian woman. Athletes from many countries are participating in the Olympics. Different strategies are devised to defeat them. He has seen and worked on everyone’s competitions. I will play attack with some and defense with others.
Said- important role of coach and parents
Ritika Hooda said that her coaches and parents played an important role in getting her this far. His father Jagbir Hooda brings him food, drink and sports related things in every situation. His mother Neelam takes care of his food and drink. Coach Mandeep trains him well on the field. The surrounding people also fully support him. Whatever God gives, she will be happy.
