Anil Kapoor Praises Abhinav Bindra On 18 Years Of Historic Olympic Gold: 'Your Journey Continues To Be Truly Inspiring'
GH News August 12, 2026 11:08 AM

On August 11, 2008, Bindra made history at the Beijing Olympics by winning the men's 10m air rifle gold medal. He became the first Indian to win an individual Olympic gold medal in the category. His winning score was 700.5 points.

Bollywood veteran actor Anil Kapoor paid heartfelt tribute to Indian shooter and Olympic Gold medallist Abhinav Bindra on Monday (August 11) marking 18 years since the Indian shooter created history at the 2008 Beijing Olympics on Tuesday.

Kapoor shared a post on X responding to Bindra's reflection on his historic achievement. "18 years since that golden moment!," Kapoor wrote while praising the former shooter.

"Abhinav, I've always had immense respect and admiration for you and all that you represent. Your journey continues to be truly inspiring. See you soon, @Abhinav_Bindra!" he added.

Abhinav Bindra's Historic Olympic Moment

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