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Tokyo Olympics 2020: Nethra and Vishnu's boats arrive in Tokyo

Nethra had been training in Spain, while Vishnu, who will be competing in laser standard class, was in Malta for his preparation.

Published on: Jul 15, 2021, 15:13:13 IST
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Indian sailors Vishnu Saravanan and Nethra Kumanan on Thursday received their boats which they will be using during the laser class events at the Tokyo Olympics, beginning July 23.

Tokyo Olympics 2020: Nethra and Vishnu's boats arrive in Tokyo (SAI / Twitter)
Tokyo Olympics 2020: Nethra and Vishnu's boats arrive in Tokyo (SAI / Twitter)

The pictures of the boats arriving at the Haneda airport were shared by the Sports Authority of India (SAI).

Nethra, who will be competing in the laser radial event, could be seen getting her boat ready for training in the picture.

Nethra had been training in Spain, while Vishnu, who will be competing in laser standard class, was in Malta for his preparation.

For the first time in history, a record four sailors will represent India at the Games.

This is also the first time that the country will field sailors in three events. The sailing competition starts on July 25.

This story has been published from a wire agency feed without modifications to the text.
 
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