TIL Desk Sports/ MC Mary Kom pulled no punches as the celebrated Indian boxer today announced her intention to stretch her career by another “three-four” years and while the 2018 Asian and Commonwealth Games remain her “main focus”, Tokyo Olympics, she said, is also not out of the radar yet.
The London Olympics medallist and five-time world champion recently decided to go back to the light flyweight (48kg division) amid speculation that it is among the two categories that the International Boxing Association (AIBA) is pushing for inclusion in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. The 33-year, a mother of three, is back in the ring with renewed hopes.
“I am attending the national camp at IG Stadium. I just want to continue for another three-four years. If 48kg is included in 2020 Olympic Games, I will give it a shot and try win a gold medal for my country,” Mary Kom said.
She added, “I have started training and though I could not participate in the boxing nationals due to the Parliament session, I want to represent India in international competitions. 2018 Asian Games, Commonwealth Games are main my focus and I will also look to compete in other official international competitions.”
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