Slambook: Idhant Chaturvedi
Idhant Chaturvedi is a backstroke specialist from Karnataka. He trains at PM Swimming Centre and dreams of setting national records. In this Slambook, he shares his journey, his inspirations, and the moment involving a torn racing suit he would rather forget.
Name: Idhant Chaturvedi
Swim Team or Club: PM Swimming Centre
Favorite Stroke: Backstroke
Best Swim Meet Memory: 2023 National Meet Odisha – 50m backstroke
Favorite Pre-Race Ritual: Jumping before the race to warm up
Swimming Inspiration or Role Model: Ryan Murphy
Most Challenging Set You Have Conquered: 156 x 50m Freestyle on 0:45
Dream Swimming Destination: Olympic gold
Favorite Swim Gear: TYR Avictor
Favorite Food Indulgence: Pizza
Age Started Swimming: 5 years old
Favorite Swimming Mantra: None
Best Piece of Advice You Have Received: Never give up.
Siblings Who Swim: Yes
Most Memorable Personal Best: 2019 Jamnabai Narsee – 100m backstroke new meet record: 1:21.68
Swim-related Superstition: Stepping out of the call room with the right foot.
Swim Goals for the Future: Setting national records
Swimming Nickname: None
One Thing You Wish Non-Swimmers Understood: It is really tough, even though it looks easy from the outside.
If Not a Swimmer, What Profession: Chess player
Favorite Pool: Kalinga Stadium, Odisha – long course pool
Hobbies Outside Swimming: Playing video games
Most Embarrassing Swim Moment: It has to do with a torn racing suit. Let it be.
Best Advice for Beginners: Focus on breathing and stay healthy.
Personalised Message: Swimming is fun if you make it so.