From Sling to Spotlight: Alif's Archery Ascent

Abdur Rahman Alif, a 19-year-old from Bangladesh, transformed his knack for hunting birds into competitive archery success by winning gold in the Asia Cup. Inspired by fellow Bangladeshi archer Ruman Shana, Alif now dreams of Olympic glory. He will soon juggle both his passion for archery and his academics.

Abdur Rahman Alif, a young Bangladeshi archer, recently clinched gold in the men's recurve at the Asia Cup event in Singapore. This marks a significant milestone in Alif's journey from bird hunting with a sling to international sporting success.

Inspired by his father's friend and the achievements of fellow archer Ruman Shana, Alif embraced archery, leaving behind his initial ambition to become a footballer. His newfound dedication to the sport aims to elevate his country on the global archery stage.

Eager to cement his place in the sport, the 19-year-old now balances his training with academic duties as he heads towards the 2028 Olympics. Alif's determination speaks volumes of a promising future ahead.

(With inputs from agencies.)