Lovlina Borgohain, aiming for her third consecutive Summer Olympics, has set her sights on the Los Angeles 2028 Games.
Reflecting on her journey so far, the middleweight boxer, who secured a bronze medal at the Tokyo Olympics but fell short in Paris 2024, emphasised the importance of a measured approach moving forward.
“Tokyo occurred during the COVID-19 pandemic, while Paris was a significant learning experience. I gave my utmost effort and hold no regrets for not securing a medal. Every athlete learns valuable lessons, and I aim to be wiser as I prepare for LA,” Lovlina shared during an interaction with SAI Media on Sunday.
The discussion took place on the sidelines of the ASMITA Women’s Under-17 football final held at the SAI campus in Guwahati.
Accompanying Lovlina at the event was Nayanmoni Saikia, India’s accomplished lawn bowler and Commonwealth Games gold medallist.
The Arjuna Awardee, widely celebrated in Assam, joined Lovlina in participating in the Fit India Sundays on Cycle initiative.
Both athletes also promoted the Union Ministry of Sports’ “no drugs” campaign, advocating for a healthier and more disciplined lifestyle.
As one of Assam’s most cherished sporting figures, Lovlina remains determined to refine her craft. She will be 31 when the Los Angeles Games arrive, but the 75 kg boxer is confident that her increased experience and resilience will serve her well.
“I will not rush my preparations. Los Angeles is still a long way off, and weight and injury management will be pivotal in my plans. At present, my focus is solely on the upcoming National Games in Uttarakhand. Representing Assam and performing well for my state remains my top priority,” she explained.
Additionally, Lovlina revealed her ambition to compete in the World Boxing Cup Final, set to be hosted in India in 2025.
Lovlina’s role has expanded beyond the boxing ring, as she now serves on the Athletes Commission of the Asian division of World Boxing. She described this position as a significant opportunity for India to have a say in global decision-making processes.
“It is an immense privilege to be part of this committee. Previously, India was a peripheral member with limited capacity to challenge or address issues in the system. Now, with seven positions in the Asian body, we can raise concerns, particularly around scoring and judging, which require greater scrutiny and fairness,” she stated.
The boxer also emphasised the importance of ensuring that boxing remains part of the LA 2028 programme. “All necessary efforts must be made to keep boxing in the Los Angeles Games. Athletes deserve the best opportunities to showcase their skills and win Olympic medals,” she asserted.
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