Q. Who were the first malayalee couples to receive Arjuna Award?
Solution:
Shiny Wilson, is married to Wilson Cherian, who is also an international swimmer and an Arjuna awardee. She is currently the Indian team selector and government nominee for selection committee board.
Achievements:
Participated in four consecutive Olympic Games: Los Angeles (1984), Seoul (1988), Barcelona (1992) and Atlanta (1996).
Powered India to an unexpected Women’s 4X400 relay final at the 1984 Games with P.T.Usha. Became the first Indian woman to reach the semi-finals of an Olympic event: Los Angeles (1984). Captain of the Indian Contingent at the 1992 Games. Represented India in three Asian Games and won one gold, two silvers and one bronze medal.
In the Asian Track and Field meets, she has won seven gold medals, six silver medals and two bronze medals.
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