MP's Prince treads difficult waters in Japan & bags gold
Bhopal:
MP water sports academy
's
kayaking and canoeing
player,
Prince Goswami
, displayed excellent performance and won the
gold medal
in the
Asia Pacific Sprint Cup 2025
.The event was organised at Kiba Lake, Komatsu in Ishikawa, Japan, from May 9 to 11, 2025. Goswami's remarkable achievement at the Asia Pacific Sprint Cup 2025 has brought honour to MP water sports academy and India.
The competition, featuring top kayaking and canoeing athletes from across the Asia-Pacific region, witnessed intense battles on the serene waters of Kiba Lake.The weather conditions at Komatsu, Ishikawa, were ideal for the competition, with gentle winds and clear skies. Goswami demonstrated exceptional skill and determination throughout the three-day event. His victory in the 1000m men's C-1 event showcased his superior paddling technique and strategic race management.The final race was particularly thrilling, with Goswami maintaining a steady lead despite strong challenges from the Japanese competitors. His finishing time of 04:30.198 reflects the high level of competition and his excellent physical conditioning. The home crowd favourites, Kotaro Sawata and Fumiya Ando, pushed hard but couldn't match Goswami's pace and precision.This victory marks a significant milestone for the MP water sports academy's training programme. The academy has been instrumental in nurturing talent in water sports, particularly in kayaking and canoeing disciplines. Goswami's success will likely inspire more young athletes to take up these sports.The Asia Pacific Sprint Cup serves as an important preparatory event for upcoming international competitions. The technical committee praised the overall organisation and the high standard of competition displayed by all participants.The event also strengthened sporting ties between participating nations and provided valuable exposure to emerging athletes.Goswami's gold medal performance has set a new benchmark for Indian kayaking and canoeing at the international level. His success demonstrates the growing prowess of Indian athletes in water sports and highlights the importance of continued support for sports development programmes in the state and the country.
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