'A lot of negative thoughts': Jaismine reveals how she went from hospital bed to CWG gold
Boxer Jaismine Lamboria overcame a severe illness and a concussion to win a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games. Her journey highlights the physical and mental resilience required to compete at an elite level after significant health setbacks.
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It serves as an inspirational sports narrative regarding athlete perseverance and the challenges of managing health during high-stakes competition.
NEW DELHI: Just weeks before stepping into the ring at the Commonwealth Games, Jaismine Lamboria was fighting a battle far away from the spotlight.The reigning 57kg world champion was confined to a hospital bed, battling an unknown illness that threatened to derail her Glasgow campaign. But on Saturday, the 24-year-old from Bhiwani completed a stunning comeback story, defeating defending champion Michaela Walsh of Northern Ireland to clinch the women's 57kg gold medal.For Jaismine, the Commonwealth Games title was not just another medal — it was the reward for months of pain, uncertainty and perseverance.From Asian Championships struggle to hospital bedJaismine's troubles began at the Asian Championships in March, where she stepped into the ring despite running a high fever.
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