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Listen "Unlocking the winning mindset in Motorsports Ft. FIA Rally Star Asia Pacific Winner(Ladies), Pragathi Gowda Ep. 92"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, Pragati Gowda, Indian National Gymkhana Champion (Ladies) and rally driver, shares her journey into motorsports and the inspiration behind it. She discusses the challenges she faced and the support she received from her family. Pragati emphasizes the importance of training and mental preparation in rallying. She also talks about her favorite athletes and role models, and her biggest dream of competing in the World Rally Championship. Pragati's story is a testament to the power of passion, perseverance, and hard work in achieving one's goals.
Takeaways
* Passion and love for automobiles can lead to a career in motorsports.
* Overcoming challenges and having a supportive family are crucial in pursuing one's dreams.
* Training and mental preparation are essential for success in rallying.
* Having role models and learning from their experiences can inspire and guide aspiring athletes.
About Pragathi Gowda:
Pragathi Gowda has been an Indian National Gymkhana Champion in the Ladies Class in 2019. In 2021, she received the Achiever in Motorsport award and the Mahila Rathna Award. In 2022 she won JINRC Rally of Arunachal in the Ladies class and various Autocross events. She was also a Formula Women finalist, winning FIA Rally Star Asia Pacific, and representing India in the FIA Motorsport Games for the auto Gymkhana Discipline. In 2023, she secured 2nd place in Auto Gymkhana at the FIA Asia Motorsport Games and triumphed in the women's category at the Mysore Gravel Fest.
The podcast host, Garima Avtar:
Garima Avtar is an extreme rally driver, independent automotive journalist, 3 times Tedx Speaker, host NBA India Weekly Show and a passionate content creator. She has been a trailblazer in the male-dominated sport of extreme rallying, & a true inspiration for anyone who dreams of following their passion, despite all odds.
She has also been recognised with awards such as DNA New Gen Women Achiever’s Award 2024 in the Auto Category, gold at ETBrand Equity Influencer Marketing Awards 2022, Iconic Women Leader in Sports as an Enabler of Change’ - presented at Women Economic Forum’, Best Female Driver, Radio One 94.3 FM ‘SuperWoman’, Asian Achievement award for outstanding work in extreme rallying, FLO Delhi Women Leadership Award 2021, Khel Gaurav award 2021, Peaklife Women Inspire Award 2022, Women Super Achiever Award presented at the 6th World Women Leadership Congress in, Distinguished Women Achievers’, INSPIRA Honors' Award, amongst others.
Let's connect online:
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garimaavtar/
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/GarimaAvtar
😄 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarimaAvtarOfficial/
😊LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garima-avtar-749073a5/
Visit: www.garimaavtar.com
For business, email: [email protected]
Takeaways
* Passion and love for automobiles can lead to a career in motorsports.
* Overcoming challenges and having a supportive family are crucial in pursuing one's dreams.
* Training and mental preparation are essential for success in rallying.
* Having role models and learning from their experiences can inspire and guide aspiring athletes.
About Pragathi Gowda:
Pragathi Gowda has been an Indian National Gymkhana Champion in the Ladies Class in 2019. In 2021, she received the Achiever in Motorsport award and the Mahila Rathna Award. In 2022 she won JINRC Rally of Arunachal in the Ladies class and various Autocross events. She was also a Formula Women finalist, winning FIA Rally Star Asia Pacific, and representing India in the FIA Motorsport Games for the auto Gymkhana Discipline. In 2023, she secured 2nd place in Auto Gymkhana at the FIA Asia Motorsport Games and triumphed in the women's category at the Mysore Gravel Fest.
The podcast host, Garima Avtar:
Garima Avtar is an extreme rally driver, independent automotive journalist, 3 times Tedx Speaker, host NBA India Weekly Show and a passionate content creator. She has been a trailblazer in the male-dominated sport of extreme rallying, & a true inspiration for anyone who dreams of following their passion, despite all odds.
She has also been recognised with awards such as DNA New Gen Women Achiever’s Award 2024 in the Auto Category, gold at ETBrand Equity Influencer Marketing Awards 2022, Iconic Women Leader in Sports as an Enabler of Change’ - presented at Women Economic Forum’, Best Female Driver, Radio One 94.3 FM ‘SuperWoman’, Asian Achievement award for outstanding work in extreme rallying, FLO Delhi Women Leadership Award 2021, Khel Gaurav award 2021, Peaklife Women Inspire Award 2022, Women Super Achiever Award presented at the 6th World Women Leadership Congress in, Distinguished Women Achievers’, INSPIRA Honors' Award, amongst others.
Let's connect online:
📱 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garimaavtar/
🐦 Twitter: https://twitter.com/GarimaAvtar
😄 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GarimaAvtarOfficial/
😊LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/garima-avtar-749073a5/
Visit: www.garimaavtar.com
For business, email: [email protected]
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