‘I wanted to quit boxing’: Lovlina fights through tough year to script historic gold

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1. Fri, 2 October 2026

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   • Times of India08:08first to report
     ‘I wanted to quit boxing’: Lovlina fights through tough year to script historic gold

     Lovlina Borgohain celebrated her 29th birthday by winning gold at the Asian Games in Japan. She had previously considered quitting boxing after a disappointing performance at the Paris Olympics. Overcoming self-doubt and a year of challenges, Lovlina triumphed in the women's 75kg final against China's Ziyi Bao. This victory also marked the end of a 12-year wait for a female boxing champion from India.

   • sentinelassam.com13:15
     Lovlina Borgohain’s Father Hails Historic Asian Games Gold on Her Birthday

     Guwahati: Today,  boxing star and Olympic medallist Lovlina Borgohain celebrated her 29th birthday in memorable fashion by winning her maiden Asian Games g

2. Tue, 6 October 2026

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   • Times of India08:44
     From Tokyo to Nagoya: Lovlina Borgohain’s long road to the top of the podium

     Lovlina Borgohain clinched the 2026 Asian Games gold in boxing, upgrading her 2022 silver and becoming only the second Indian woman to win the title. Her journey, marked by Olympic success, setbacks, and resilience, culminated in an emotional win in Nagoya. The achievement also secured her a spot at the World Championships, underscoring her enduring significance in Indian boxing.