Paris Paralympics 2024: Who is Rubina Francis?
Rubina Francis, a para pistol shooter from Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh, won a silver medal in the 10-metre air pistol event at the World Shooting Para Sports World Cup 2023.
In 2017, Rubina set a junior world record by winning a gold medal in the 10-metre air pistol women’s team event at the World Shooting Para Sports Championship in Bangkok.
She also secured a bronze medal at the 2019 World Para Championship held in Croatia.
Rubina Francis, 25, has rickets, a condition that affects bone development in children, causing pain and weakening of the bones, which can lead to deformities. She is 40% disabled in her legs due to this condition.
Despite these challenges, Rubina trains in pistol shooting at the Madhya Pradesh Shooting Academy. Her determination and hard work have led her to achieve remarkable success in para shooting, making her an inspiration for many.