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Seafaring Sikhs

Posted by Jodha | Friday, August 8, 2008 – 10:20 pm

ManjeetSingh.jpgRowing
Manjeet Singh, a Chandigarh rower, has had much success at the junior levels.  He will be competing in at the world stage in Beijing in the lightweight double sculls event.  While Manjeet Singh and his partner Devinder Kumar are not considered medal contenders, they are hoping for a top-10 finish.

Rowing is set to begin on Day 1 (Saturday, August 9, 2008) at 17:00-17:10.

Sailing
Nachhattar Singh Johal will be the only desi sailor at Beijing competing in the Finn category (heavyweight dingy).  He is currently ranked number 55 in the international sailing rankings.NSJohal.jpg

Johal’s event is set to begin on Day 1 (Saturday, August 9, 2008) from 13:00-19:00.

  1. 2 Responses to “Seafaring Sikhs”

  2. By Mewa Singh on Aug 9, 2008 at 7:11 am | Quote

    Johal finished a surprising 4th place in the first race.

  3. By Jetley PK on Aug 10, 2008 at 10:17 pm | Quote

    Johal, Keep up the good job.We all are proud of you.

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