Achievements
‘My horse taught me the power of consistency’
The formidable equestrian from Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, is rocking in the saddle of success
In the quiet rhythm of hooves against the earth, equestrian sport unfolds as a timeless dialogue between Devyansh Sharma and his horse. This Class IX student of Apeejay School, Mahavir Marg, is building a partnershipof harmony, resilience and respect along with his horse that gained him applauds.
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Tell us something about your recent achievement.
In recent past I bagged Bronze Medal in Open Hacks in state level Punjab Equestrian Festival 2.0 organised by Punjab Government.
How did you pick interest in horse riding?
My skill set and having horses at my farm house led my interest to horse riding. Presently I have three personal horses.
Who is your inspiration?
At national level I am inspired by my coach who is also an Inspector in Punjab Police and at international level Mr Anush Agarwalla, renowned Indian Equestrian.
Do you see a future of this sport from India at International platforms?
Yes, definitely, committed practice, dedication and hard-work will lead to see my self at international level.
How challenging is horse riding?
It is very challenging because in this sport I have to be dependent onto my buddy i.e my horse. Every time the horse might have different mood and temperament which I need to apprehend and tame accordingly for the best performance.
Who is your favourite horse rider and why?
My favourite equestrian is Mr. Anush Agarwalla. His commitment towards the game and dedication is the best lesson that we can learn from him.
