Here is all you need to know about Vishnu Saravanan as the Indian sailor grabs a bronze medal in the men’s dinghy ILCA-7 event at the Asian Games 2023 along with his biography and profile
On Wednesday at the Asian Games 2023, India’s Vishnu Saravanan won bronze in the men’s dinghy ilca 7 as India’s 20th medal of the season at Asiad.
Who is sailor Vishnu Saravanan, biography, age, height, family, parents, hometown state, sailing profile
Following the cancellation of the medal race, Vishnu Saravanan was given the bronze medal after placing third after 11 races, one net point behind Ha Jeemin of Korea, who earned 33 net points.
Lo Jun Han Ryan from Singapore took home the gold with 26. Korea’s Ha Jeemin took home the gold and silver medals, respectively. Indian competitors competed in 39 sports during the games, which were held in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8.
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Who is Vishnu Saravanan?
Indian sailor Vishnu Saravanan was born on February 24, 1999 and lives in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He was qualified for the Tokyo Olympics and recently earned the bronze medal in the Men’s ILCA7 Dinghy at the 2022 Asian Games. The 24-year-old stands 1.98 m (6 ft 6 in) and weighs 82 kg (181 lb).
Vishnu Saravanan’s first noteworthy accomplishment came in 2019 when he clinched the bronze medal in the Under-21 World Championships in Croatia.
A look at Vishnu Saravanan’s family
24-year-old Vishnu credits his father named Ramachandran Saravanan, the person who showed him how to control the fierce sea winds. His father is a former soldier and sailor who was unable to continue a career in sailing. However, he did help a lot in the success of his son. As per the Firstpost, he said:
“I always wanted to achieve what my dad could not, so I am following his footsteps and he has given me the pathway to the Olympics. He has been through a lot to make me what I am today.”
In the Laser Radial division, his sister Ramya Saravanan competed as well but came in sixth, almost missing the cut for Tokyo.
Who is Vishnu Saravanan’s coach?
Vishnu is coached by Alexandr Denisuic.
What is Vishnu Saravanan’s net worth?
Vishnu Saravanan’s net worth has not been disclosed yet.