Rahi Sarnobhat, who won a gold and a silver medal at the 2010 Commonwealth Games, booked a berth for the 2012 Olympics by winning bronze in 25-meter air pistol event at ISSF World Cup at Fort Benning in the US, recently. The 20-year-old is one of those few shooters from India who have made it big after the 2010 Commonwealth Games.

In an interview to Shraddha Bagdwal of Indian Sports News, Rahi talks about her Olympics plans, preparation and more. Excerpts:

ISN: How does it feel to be just few months away from the Olympics?

Rahi: I am feeling great and extremely happy after winning my first Olympic quota and this is like a dream come true. I am proud of myself. I was not sure that I will qualify for this Olympics because I wasn’t that experienced. So obviously it’s awesome and I am looking forward to it.

ISN: How well do you think you are when it comes to dealing with pressure?

Rahi: I have had good international exposure like the World Cup, Commonwealth Games and have handled the pressure quite well. I am quite good at handling pressure so that’s not a problem.

ISN: How much do you fancy your chances of winning a medal in the Olympics?

Rahi: I have set my personal aim of winning a medal for the country. I am not quite sure about the prospect, but then I am working on my technique and trying to be consistent with my score. I am working really hard for the Olympics. I am working on my technique to keep up the consistency of scores and really working hard for London Olympics.

ISN: Do you look up to anyone?

Rahi: Any day it would be Gagan Narang. I admire him because of his attitude towards game and his consistency.

ISN: Where do you see Indian Shooting when compared to other country?

Rahi: Well it is developing. Lot of sponsors are coming up and supporting the game and we are also winning at all level across the world.

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