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BEIJING – AUGUST 10: Nino Salukvadze of Georgia competes in the women’s 10m air pistol final shooting event held at the Beijing Shooting Range Hall during Day 2 of the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games on August 10, 2008 in Beijing, China. Salukvadze finished third to win the bronze medal. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
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BEIJING – AUGUST 10: Nino Salukvadze of Georgia competes in the women’s 10m air pistol final shooting event held at the Beijing Shooting Range Hall during Day 2 of the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympic Games on August 10, 2008 in Beijing, China. Salukvadze finished third to win the bronze medal. (Photo by Clive Brunskill/Getty Images)
In the realm of sports, there are stories that transcend time and inspire generations. The tale of Georgian shooting star Nino Salukvadze, a 54-year-old Olympian is one such remarkable narrative. With an illustrious career spanning over four decades, Salukvadze has etched her name in the annals of shooting history.
Recently, she achieved a historic feat by securing a spot for her country, making her the first woman ever to compete in the Olympics for ten consecutive appearances. This new accomplishment has adorned the already remarkable career of Salukvadzer.
A Path to Paris 2024
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According to a post published on the Olympics’ official Twitter handle, 54-year-old Salukvadze’s remarkable journey took an awe-inspiring turn on Monday as she secured a quota spot for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Competing in the finals of the 25m pistol event at the 2023 European Games, Salukvadze’s stellar performance guaranteed her participation in the upcoming Games.
🚨 History alert! 🚨
Nino Salukvadze is set to become the first woman to take part in 10 Olympic Games. 🎉
Discover how the 54-year-old shooter earned a quota spot for 🇬🇪 Georgia at the #EuropeanGames2023.@eg2023en | @issf_official | @DianeDarmon https://t.co/AG567FBbo2
— The Olympic Games (@Olympics) June 26, 2023
Although she narrowly missed a medal, finishing fourth in the event, her qualification for Paris 2024 was an extraordinary achievement. With this milestone, Salukvadze now shares the record for the most Olympic appearances with legendary Canadian Showjumper Ian Miller. She already made history in 2020 when she broke the record for most Olympics appearances by a woman. While her spot is secured for Georgia, Salukvadze’s passion and dedication make her a strong contender for the Games.
A Storied Career of Triumphs
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Nino Salukvadze’s journey in the world of shooting began in 1988 when she made her debut at the Seoul Olympics. Displaying a remarkable showcase of skills and talent, she clinched a gold medal in the 25m Pistol event and a silver in the 10m Air Pistol. Her prowess continued to shine, and she secured a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol category at the Beijing Olympics in 2008.
Alongside her Olympic successes, Salukvadze has also claimed victories in the World Championship and European Championship arenas. Her most recent triumph came earlier this year at the ISSF Grand Prix in Croatia. In her interview with Olympics.com, she was positive about her qualification and wants to do it for her small country.
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Her qualification for the Paris 2024 Olympics marks a historic milestone, solidifying her place among the all-time greats in the sport, as she prepares to represent her country for the tenth time.
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