Nepali Olympian Devu Thapa on dedicating her life to judo and shaping future athletes

Nepali judo player and coach, Debu Thapa.

Nepali judo player and coach, Debu Thapa. Credit: SBS Nepali/Pratichya Dulal

Devu Thapa has represented Nepal both as a judo player and coach. From participating in the 2008 Beijing Olympics to coaching Nepal's national team, she also teaches judo and self-defense to young children. On the occasion of International Olympic Day marked on 23 June this year, our Nepal correspondent Pratichya Dulal spoke with Thapa about her athletic journey and future plans. A warning, this episode contains details of an event that some listeners may find distressing.


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Warning: Distressing content. This episode contains details of an event that some listeners may find distressing.

Disclaimer: We would like to inform you that the opinions expressed in the segment are those of the talents themselves.

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