Ludhiana, Nov. 26 -- In an inspiring comeback, a 44-year-old athlete from Ludhiana, Abhipsha Thakur, has made her city proud by winning four medals at the 21st National Masters Aquatic Championship held in Singapore from 21 to 23 November.

Competing in the 40-44 age group, Abhipsha clinched gold in the 400m freestyle and 50m butterfly, silver in the 200m individual medley, and bronze in the 200m freestyle. What makes her feat extraordinary is that she returned to competitive swimming after nearly three decades. Since moving to Singapore in 2012, she has not participated in any championship.

"My husband encouraged me to dive back into my passion," Abhipsha said. She began training in India under coach Ajay in July this year and also reli...