Indian Women Roller Derby grabs Historic Bronze Medal at World Skate Games 2024

By: WE Staff | Thursday, 26 September 2024

Indian women's roller derby team secured a bronze medal at the World Skate Games 2024 in Italy, marking their first medal at the prestigious tournament. The team, led by captain Shrutika Sarode, displayed exceptional skill and strategy, securing their first medal at the prestigious event. This achievement is significant for Indian sports.

The Indian women's roller derby team secured their first-ever medal exploiting China's defensive lapses and scoring rapidly showcasing prowess. India's teamwork, speed, and agility were key to their victory over China with a decisive score of 127-39. This historic win highlights India's emergence as a force in roller derby and inspires future athletes. The bronze medal is a significant milestone for Indian women's sports.

The World Skate Games 2024 took place in Italy in September 2024, featuring 12 roller sports and 156 world titles in multiple cities including Rome, Novara, Pescara, and Rimini. Over 12,000 participants from 100 countries including athletes, coaches, and delegations participated, with the event aiming to be a festival of youth, featuring music, entertainment, concerts, and shows. The event builds on previous editions in Nanjing, Barcelona, and Buenos Aires and features games like skateboarding, roller freestyle, scootering, speed skating, skate-cross, downhill, slalom, rink hockey, inline hockey, roller derby, and artistic skating.