TIL Desk Sports/ Despite her golden run in international athletics this season, teenaged sprint sensation Hima Das said she did not expect her name to be nominated for this year’s Arjuna award.
The 18-year-old Assamese athlete was among the 20 sportspersons recommended for the Arjuna Award, which is subject to approval by Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Rathore.
“I didn’t expect the Arjuna award this year. I was thinking may be next year, I will be considered,” said Hima, after being unveiled as a brand ambassador for sports manufacturing giant Adidas.
Hima, who became an overnight sensation after clinching the gold medal at the U-20 World Championship in Finland earlier this year, added two more medals — a gold and silver — at the 18th Asian Games, to finish the season in style.
The youngster is now focused on preparing for the next season where she will feature in the South Asian Games, Asian Championship and World Championship.
