Rai, who has long been a fixture in Indian archery, has amassed an impressive collection of accolades across global and continental championships.

Born into poverty in Mithapur, Punjab, he faced daunting challenges from a young age, with his family struggling to meet basic needs.

India's eight-time Olympic champions last secured an Olympic medal, a bronze, in the Tokyo 2020 games, marking a revival of the sport's golden era.

Dagar's Olympic journey began in Tokyo, where she became the first Indian golfer to tee off alongside compatriot Aditi Ashok, who impressed with a commendable fourth-place finish. 

The 68-year-old Cuban, who served for over two decades as the men's coach and also became the first and only overseas Dronacharya awardee, has been appointed by the Sports Authority of India as High Performance Coach for a two-year period.