Manu Bhaker Wins Top Honour at Sportstar Aces Awards 2025
She became the first Indian woman to win multiple medals in a single edition, securing bronze in the 10m air pistol and 10m air pistol mixed team events, The event honored top Indian athletes across 24 categories, celebrating excellence in sports.
Bharat Good Times 
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], February 18: The seventh edition of the prestigious Sportstar Aces Awards was held in Mumbai at the Taj Mahal Palace on Friday with some of the biggest Indian sports personalities coming together under one roof. Athletes from an array of sports were honoured for their outstanding achievements both at the international and national level in what was a glamorous night for Indian sports. The grand event saw former Indian Hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh named the Sportstar of the Year (Male) and Paris Olympics double medallist Manu Bhaker honoured as the Sportstar of the Year (Female) and Sportswoman of the Year in an Olympic Sport (Female).
Star shooter Manu Bhaker shared her appreciation upon winning the award and said, " I'm extremely happy to receive this honour. This is all thanks to my father and my coach and of course my support staff. Previously, at the Aces, I had received the Emerging Athlete of the Year award so I am really honoured to receive such a prestigious award this time. I will try my best to work even harder in future and win more medals."
She was honored for her outstanding performance at the Paris Olympics 2024, where she created history by becoming the first Indian woman to win multiple medals in a single edition of the Games. Bhaker secured bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol and the 10m air pistol mixed team events.
The Sportstar Aces Awards recognized excellence in 24 categories, celebrating India’s top athletes, coaches, and teams. The awards continue to highlight and honor the achievements of India's sporting stars on the global stage.
