Indian Boxer Lovlina Borgohain Secures Spot in Paris Olympics 2024
India, 22 December 2025 — Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain has qualified for the Paris Olympics 2024 after her impressive performance at the ongoing Asian Boxing Championships in Bangkok, Thailand. Borgohain, who competes in the 75 kg category, secured her Olympic berth by advancing to the finals of the championship on Thursday. This marks a significant achievement for Borgohain, who had previously won a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
The Assam-born pugilist defeated South Korea's Seong Su-yeon in a closely contested semi-final bout, ensuring her place in the final and subsequently the Olympic Games. Borgohain's victory adds to India's hopes of a strong showing at the Paris Olympics, particularly in boxing, a sport in which the country has seen increasing success on the international stage.
The Asian Boxing Championships serve as a critical platform for athletes to secure their spots in the Olympic Games, and Borgohain's qualification highlights her status as one of India's premier boxers. The championships in Bangkok have seen participation from top boxers across Asia, making Borgohain's success even more noteworthy.
The victory has been celebrated by the Indian boxing community, with the national federation expressing confidence in Borgohain's potential to bring home another Olympic medal. Her qualification underscores not only her individual talent but also the growth of Indian boxing on the world stage.