Jaismine Lamboria, Arundhati Choudhary Reveal Mindset Behind Commonwealth Games Gold
Indian boxers Jaismine Lamboria and Arundhati Choudhary shared the mental battles behind their Commonwealth Games gold medals during a candid fireside chat at the IAMGAME 2026 Conclave, held at Bharat Mandapam here earlier this week. Jaismine, the women’s 57kg champion and World No. 1, recalled returning to training with only three weeks of preparation following a month-long illness. “If you want…
Indian boxers Jaismine Lamboria and Arundhati Choudhary discussed the mental aspects of their victories in the Commonwealth Games gold medals during a fireside chat at the IAMGAME 2026 Conclave in Bharat Mandapam. Lamboria, ranked as the world's top women's 57kg boxer, shared how she returned to training after only three weeks, despite being unwell for a month.
She emphasized that 100% effort in the ring, overcoming self-doubt, and understanding one's capabilities are crucial for success. Choudhury, world No. 2 in the women's 70kg category, talked about competing while battling a 102-degree fever, a wrist injury, and worries about her mother's health. She explained that the four-year gap between Games was a motivating factor, and winning required more than just aggression; mental strength was equally important.
Both boxers also spoke about visualization techniques, sports psychology, and learning from previous losses. The two-day IAMGAME 2026 Conclave gathered various stakeholders from the sports industry to discuss the growth of Indian sports. The event concluded with the IAMGAME Sports Awards, recognizing outstanding achievements in athlete performance, coaching, grassroots development, and social impact.
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