Orphan at 7, reared by daily-wager, she will now sprint for India at Tokyo

The 23-year-old Tamil Nadu sprinter’s journey has been a story of battling odds, poverty and the numerous hurdles, common to many Indian sportsmen who dare to dream but often do not have the means. She is part of India's mixed relay team for the Tokyo Olympics.

Orphan at 7, reared by daily-wager, she will now sprint for India at Tokyo
The 23-year-old Tamil Nadu sprinter’s journey has been a story of battling odds, poverty and the numerous hurdles, common to many Indian sportsmen who dare to dream but often do not have the means. She is part of India's mixed relay team for the Tokyo Olympics.