Agustina Bantiloc, who finished last among 28 archers in the women’s individual compound open ranking phase at the 17th Paralympic Games, is preparing for a crucial Olympic round on Friday.
Despite compiling a season-best 618 points at the Les Invalides archery range, Bantiloc recognized the need for sharp mental focus to improve her performance.
Turkey’s Oznur Cure Girdi topped the ranking phase with a world-record score of 704 points, surpassing the previous record of 698.
Bantiloc, a wheelchair-bound athlete who qualified for these Games despite a debilitating childhood injury, may face Brazil’s fifth-ranked Jane Gogel in the round of 16.
Coach Jonathan Josol emphasized the importance of concentration in archery, noting that Bantiloc’s success will hinge on her ability to stay focused.
Source : PhilNews24 | August 30, 2024
