Close on the heels of playing World Cup at Tashkent, talented Shreya Gupta of Jammu and Kashmir is set to play for India at the prestigious Senior World Cup at Athens in Greece.

The three-day world event is scheduled to take place from tomorrow April 17 involving top fencers from different nations. Shreya will be among the elite Indian contingent participating in the championship.

A senior gold medalist of this year, Shreya has consistently showcased exceptional skill and determination on the national circuit. Her selection for the Senior World Cup is a testament to her hard work and outstanding performance in fencing.

Notably, four top-ranked fencers from India have been selected to represent the country in this prestigious event. The participation of India’s best athletes reflect the growing strength of fencing in the nation.

She has been practicing at Vijay Bharat Academy, Ahmedabad for last four years thereby seeking competitive and methodical training from best coaches.

Meanwhile, as per Shriya’s father and treasurer of the J&K Amateur Fencing Association, Sanjay Gupta, Commissioner Secretary Youth Services and Sports, J&K, Shahid Iqbal Choudhary and Secretary J&K Sports Council, Nuzhat Gull have commended the exceptional achievements of young fencer from the Union Territory.

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