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Pranati Nayak, an athlete of the Odisha AM/NS India Gymnastics HPC, won silver in the Vault event at the FIG World Challenge Cup 2026, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, from May 21 to 24 with 16 nations participating. She scored 12.875 in qualification, then improved to 13.025 in the final to finish second for India among strong rivals, the release said.

Bhubaneswar, May 25: Representing India on the global stage, Pranati Nayak, an athlete of the Odisha AM/NS India Gymnastics High Performance Centre (HPC), secured silver medal in the Vault event at the prestigious FIG World Challenge Cup 2026 held during May 21- 24, 2026 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan where 16 nations participated across the world.

Pranati delivered a commendable performance throughout the competition. During the qualification round, she finished in second position with a score of 12.875, closely trailing the highest qualification score of 13.325. Building on her strong form, she improved her performance in the finals, scoring 13.025 in the Vault event to claim a second place on the podium amid a highly competitive international field, further elevating India’s presence in global gymnastics.

Pranati’s achievement reflects the commitment, discipline, and world-class training environment being provided at the Odisha AM/NS India Gymnastics High Performance Centre, which continues to nurture elite sporting talent.

Reflecting on her victory, Pranati said,” The last few months have tested me with setbacks and tough days, but I never lost faith in myself. Standing on the podium with this medal proves that patience, perseverance, and belief truly make a difference. I am deeply grateful to my coaches for constantly encouraging me and to Odisha AM/NS India Gymnastics High Performance Centre for giving me the platform to excel in international competitions. I will continue to give my best and bring glory to my country.”