Arpinder Singh is a rising star of athletics in India. She is a professional triple jumper in track and field events and has won numerous medals and honors for herself and her country. She loves being in the limelight and is a famous Instagrammer with thousands of followers. Let’s find out more about his life.
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Arpinder Singh or Bobby was born on 30 December 1992 in Harsh Chhina, Amritsar, Punjab, India. He has made his mark in athletics not only at the national but also at the world level. With hard work and dedication, he has climbed the ladder with a lot of silverware to boast about. Arpinder, who started out as a 100m sprinter, shifted to triple jump on the recommendation of his coach in school. After this he represented India in many prestigious world forums like Commonwealth Games, Asian Games.
Arpinder Singh
On the eve of National Sports Day (29 August 2018), he gave a beautiful gift to the country of India, a gold medal in triple jump. It was the first goal scored in this competition for India in almost 48 years.
physical data
They have great genes and the will to sweat for hours in the gym. His physique and fitness not only reflect his profession but also enhance his personality.
Her height is 6′ 1″ (185 cm) and weight is 75 kg (165 lb). Ripped muscles and a chiseled body make him one of the fittest players in the game. His chest measurement is approximately 38 inches, waist 32 inches and biceps 15 inches. He has black hair and black eyes.
Family
There is not much information about his family. In an interview, he revealed that his parents were always very supportive, be it emotionally or financially. His father was in the army and always wanted him to take part in sports. He was always very supportive of her and her choices. He himself was a player in the army. He always inspired Arpinder to work hard and achieve awards in sports.
Education and Athletics
He was very weak in studies and was very active by nature. His father noticed this and wanted his son to pursue sports. In his youth, he was a 100 meters runner and it was his coach who asked him to try the triple jump. In 2006, he gave trials at the Sports School, Jalandhar and succeeded in jumping a little over 11 metres. He was not selected but refused to accept defeat. He worked hard and came back the next year with a score of 11.85 meters and took admission in school. In the Under-17 School Games, he jumped 13.86 meters and won a silver medal. He then gave trials for the Sports Authority of India (SAI) Ludhiana, where he was selected, but only as a day scholar. He could not get any scholarship and all the financial expenses fell on his head.
Arpinder Singh with his coach S.S. Pannu in 2010
Although in an interview he said that all this happened for the good. In 2009, he won the Youth National Games which was very helpful in improving his financial condition. In 2010, he won the School National Games which was the beginning of his career rise. He has always given credit for his victories to his mentors and coaches. Sukhdev Singh Pannu and J Jayakumar had full support in his success.
Awards, Honors and Achievements
- In 2014, he broke the national record with a jump of 17.17 metres. In the process, he qualified for the 2014 Commonwealth Games where he won a bronze medal for his country.
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- She won a gold medal in the triple jump at the 2018 Asian Games on the eve of India’s National Sports Day on 29 August 2018. He became the first Indian man to win a gold medal in this event in 48 years.
Arpinder Singh with the Indian flag after victory in the Asian Games
- In 2021, he was awarded the Arjuna Award by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
fact
- He drives a white Hyundai Verna.
- He loves to sweat in the gym and nourish his muscles.
- He has a tattoo on his right hand.
Arpinder Singh Tattoo
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