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Ankit Anand (born 1997) is an Indian international parkour and gymnastics athlete. He is officially recognized by the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) and became the first Indian parkour athlete to represent the country at a FIG World Championship. He competed in the Men's Speed category at the 2nd FIG Parkour World Championships held in Kitakyushu, Japan in 2024.
Early Life and Background
[edit]Ankit Anand was born in 1997 in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, India. He began training in gymnastics and parkour at a young age, showing exceptional speed and agility. His dedication to the sport led to his recognition by Indian gymnastics authorities and eventually, the FIG.
Career
[edit]In 2024, Anand made history by representing India at the 2nd FIG Parkour World Championships. He competed in the Men's Speed category, becoming the first Indian athlete to do so on an international FIG-sanctioned stage. His participation marked a milestone in Indian parkour history.
Ankit is also actively involved in promoting gymnastics and parkour across India through workshops, school demonstrations, and coaching programs.
Achievements
[edit]- First Indian athlete to represent India in Parkour at a FIG World Championship
- Participant – 2nd FIG Parkour World Championships, Kitakyushu, Japan (2024)
- Competed in: Men's Speed category
Recognition
[edit]Ankit Anand is recognized by the Fédération Internationale de Gymnastique (FIG) as an official competitor in the discipline of parkour. His representation of India is considered a landmark achievement for the sport in the country.
Personal Life
[edit]Ankit is based in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, and works to develop grassroots programs in parkour and gymnastics. He frequently conducts training sessions, demonstrations, and school outreach programs to inspire young athletes.
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- [FIG Official Event Results - 2nd FIG Parkour World Championships] ( https://www.gymnastics.sport/site/events/results.php?idEvent=17824#filter )
- [Local News Article Featuring Ankit Anand] (Add URL)
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