Dhanyadha JP is a talented Indian cyclist who set a national record by winning a 2 km individual pursuit silver medal at the Junior Asian Track Cycling Championship in Nilai, Malaysia in June 2023. |
In 2020, she relocated from Tamil Nadu to Delhi to undergo formal training for cycling. |
Starting cycling at the age of 12 to stay fit, Dhanyadha developed a keen interest over time and decided to pursue it competitively. |
From local races to national and international competitions, she has progressed significantly in her cycling journey. |
Selected for the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) for the 2028 Olympics in Los Angeles, USA by the Sports Authority of India (SAI) in 2019. |
Chosen for the National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) camp in November 2020 under a special program by the Indian government through CFI and SAI. |
In 2021, she clinched two gold medals in the 73rd National Track Cycling Championship in the sub-junior category. |
Achieved remarkable success in the 51st Junior National Track Cycling Championship in December 2022, setting a new national record. |
Secured medals at the National Road Championship held in Nashik, Maharashtra in January 2023. |
Won three gold medals at the Khelo India Women's Track Cycling League in March 2023. |
Broke the national record at the Asian Track Cycling Championship in June 2023, winning a silver medal in the 2 km category race. |
Participated in the Youth Commonwealth Games in Trinidad and Tobago in August 2023. |
Transitioned from sprint to endurance events based on her coach's recommendation. |
Devotes six hours daily to training for cycling. |
Follows a balanced diet with a focus on consuming protein three times a day. |