Nizamabad swimmer Mittapalli Ritvika has made her mark at the national level. She won gold in the women's 50m breaststroke at the first Short Course Senior National Swimming Championship in Ahmedabad.
Ritvika finished in 32.91 seconds. That equals the Indian record set by Chahat Arora in 2022. Reports say it also makes her India's fastest swimmer in the event in 2026.
A second medal
Ritvika also won bronze in the 4x50m mixed relay. She competed for Telangana.
About the meet
- The first short course senior nationals, held under the Swimming Federation of India.
- Venue: the pool at Veer Savarkar Sports Complex, Ahmedabad.
- Dates: 25 to 28 October 2026.
A national-record-equalling swim is a strong result for Telangana swimming.
