Shiny Abraham
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Shiny Abraham (now Wilson) (b. May 8, 1965) is an Indian athlete. Her husband Wilson Cherian is also an athlete and has been her constant support and motivation.
[edit] Participation
Shiny Abraham has participated in three Olympic Games: Los Angeles (1984), Seoul (1988) and Barcelona (1992). Although she didn't win any medals at any of the three Olympics, she and P.T. Usha powered India to an unexpected Women's 4X400 relay final at the 1984 Games. She was also the captain of the Indian Contingent at the 1992 Games.
She has also represented India in three Asian Games and has won a Gold, 2 Silvers and a Bronze.
In the Asian Track and Field meets, she has won 7 Gold Medals, 6 Silver Medals and 2 Bronze Medals.
[edit] Awards
She received the Arjuna award in 1984.
[edit] References
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