Athletics

From taxi driver to Asian Games medallist: Salman Khan's journey

September 24, 2026

Salman Khan overcame his background as a cab driver to secure a bronze medal at the Asian Games 2026 in the men's double sculls category on Thursday. 25 at the Nagaragawa International Regatta Course.

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“Success is no accident. It is hard work, perseverance, learning, studying, sacrifice and most of all, love of what you are doing or learning to do.”

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