Wonder Woman Swapna Barman’s Win in Seven Photos

Swapna Barman brings India its first-ever gold in Heptathlon at the Asian Games.

Despite an injury, India’s 21-year-old Wonder Woman Swapna Barman scripted history as she became the first-ever Indian Heptathlete to win a gold at the Asian Games.

Barman produced the best performance of her career as she aggregated 6026 points from seven events spread over two days. She achieved the feat with a taped right cheek and ill-fitted shoes.

Barman was born with 12 toes which makes it near impossible for her to wear standard competition footwear.

I have been having this pain ever since I started competing. I make do with normal five-toed shoes but it makes me severely uncomfortable.

Swapna Barman to PTI

Here’s is a re-look at the Heptathlete in photos:

Overcame Hurdles Despite all Odds

And Inched Closer to Victory

With a Clear Eye on the Target

And Minor Disappointments

She Took the Last Plunge...

And Emerged Victorious!

Congratulations to the Star!

PM Narendra Modi and Sports Minister Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore tweeted congratulatory messages to the star almost immediately after she conquered the world.

A talented athlete wins a prestigious medal.

Well done @Swapna_Barman96 for winning the Gold in the Heptathlon. This success demonstrates the skills and perseverance you are blessed with. India is extremely proud of you! #AsianGames2018 pic.twitter.com/bjYqFI0dXN

— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) August 29, 2018

. @Swapna_Barman96 - Queen of Heptathlon!

Heptathlon, deemed as THE toughest Athletic event, has been conquered by 🇮🇳. Standing ovation 2 Swapna Barman, who, in a majestic display, clinched a🥇. AN ILLUSTRIOUS MOMENT in India's sports history at #ASIANGAMES! #KheloIndia pic.twitter.com/Ek3IeitaUL

— Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) August 29, 2018

Here’s to many more golds to this Jalpaiguri star and to many more Indian women!