Manu Bhaker borrowed masseuse's kit for Asian Games 2026 opening ceremony
Dubai: Manu Bhaker was the star of India, earning the right to be the flag bearer for the nation at the 2026 Asian Games opening ceremony. However as per recent report, the shooter faced some major wardrobe struggles ahead of the event. Bhaker reportedly had to rely on a borrowed ceremonial kit to lead India in the opening ceremony in Nagoya after the outfit issued to her did not fit properly.…
Dubai: Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, who will be the flag bearer for her nation at the 2026 Asian Games opening ceremony, encountered fitting issues with her ceremonial outfit ahead of the event, according to recent reports. The 24-year-old was photographed leading India in the ceremony despite wearing a borrowed jacket and shoes that did not match her size.
Bhaker's father, Ramkishan Bhaker, revealed that her shoe size is a 5, while the pair provided to her was either size 4 or 6. A masseuse connected to the shooting team, through a private sponsor, eventually provided Bhaker with a kit that fitted her correctly. Bhaker had initially expressed a desire to focus on her training and upcoming competitions, but eventually agreed to become a flag-bearer after being persuaded by sports authorities and IOA contingent staff.
The athlete will compete in various shooting events at the Asian Games, beginning on September 23 with the women’s 10m air pistol qualification.
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