Dipa Karmakar: The Small Wonder: India's First Ever Female Gymnast to Compete in the Olympics

By Digvijay Singh Deo, Bishweshwar Nandi, Vimal Mohan

Book Overview

Dipa Karmakar: The Small Wonder chronicles the extraordinary journey of India's first female gymnast to compete in the Olympics. Born in Tripura, a region with limited facilities and opportunities, Dipa defied all odds to master the most dangerous vault in gymnastics--the Produnova--and earn a place among the world's elite. Co-authored by veteran sports journalists Digvijay Singh Deo and Vimal Mohan, this biography offers an honest, behind-the-scenes look at her humble beginnings, relentless discipline, and the unwavering support of her coach, Bishweshwar Nandi. From battling injuries to making history at the 2016 Rio Olympics, Dipa's story is one of determination, dreams, and national pride.

India's small wonder. The world's big inspiration.

Explore the life of a trailblazer who redefined Indian gymnastics.Delve into the making of a world-class athlete from a small town.Discover what it takes to compete at the Olympics and perform the nearly impossible.Experience the untold struggles, failures, and triumphs behind Dipa's rise.Inspires young athletes, sports lovers, and anyone chasing big dreams.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9388369505
• ISBN13: 9789388369503
• Release Date: January 2018
• Publisher: Fingerprint! Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages