Social media explodes as Mary Kom claims sixth World title

As Mary Kom claimed a record sixth World Women's Boxing Championship gold, she also topped the charts on Twitter.

Mary Kom defeated Ukraine's Hanna Okhota in the 48kg category final to win a record sixth World Championships gold.

Mary Kom  on Saturday etched her name in the history books as she claimed her sixth  World Women's Boxing Championships  title by beating Ukraine's Hanna Okhota in the 48kg summit bout.

READ | World Boxing Championships 2018: Mary Kom clinches record sixth World title

A teary Mary Kom — moments after winning a historic sixth gold medal at world championships — thanked her fans for turning up in huge numbers to support her. "I'd like to thank my fans. They have come here especially for me."

I have fulfilled my duty. I thank my coaches, support staffs @BFI_official@IndiaSports@Media_SAI for all the supports and beloved in me. pic.twitter.com/DbocgISmSH

— Mary Kom (@MangteC) November 24, 2018

As it Happened

The 35-year-old has established herself as one of the India's most successful boxers and sportspersons, serving as an inspration for millions. And her popularity goes beyond the realm of her sport and it was evident as she became the most trending topic on Twitter in India just moments after her win.

Here are some of the reactions following her win.

 

MAGNIFICENT MARY!

CONGRATS to @MangteC for the GOLD in Women's World Boxing Championships in 48 kg category!

With this, she hs become the FIRST EVER female boxer to win 6 World Championships!

A fabulous achievement by a wonderful athlete! Wt a proud day for us all! #MaryKompic.twitter.com/kd12D8Ii4T

— Rajyavardhan Rathore (@Ra_THORe) November 24, 2018

You are an Inspiration @MangteC.. Magnificent Mary Clinches Gold For 6th time. More Power To You #MaryKompic.twitter.com/NOJ2jFeZMg

— Vijender Singh (@boxervijender) November 24, 2018

Heartiest congratulations to #MaryKom for creating history, by clinching record 6th World Boxing Championship Gold#WWCHs2018pic.twitter.com/DFzvuJBa3b

— Sushil Kumar (@WrestlerSushil) November 24, 2018

Heartiest Congratulations to #MaryKom for winning the gold medal in the #WorldBoxingChampionship and becoming the 1st woman to win 6 gold medals in this event.

You are truly an inspiration for many women in India.@MangteCpic.twitter.com/ZI6YVWPFlv

— Sachin Pilot (@SachinPilot) November 24, 2018

Yes! Magnificent Mary does it again. Legend. 6 World Championship golds. One of India's greatest. @MangteC, you are such an inspiration.

— Harsha Bhogle (@bhogleharsha) November 24, 2018

 

Congratulations @Mangtec for winning the World Championship Gold Medal in Women's Boxing. You are a true inspiration for all of us. Take a bow... #MaryKom

— Ashwin Ravichandran (@ashwinravi99) November 24, 2018

Congratulations @MangteC didi on winning historic 6th World title. More power to you. We all are proud of you. #PunchMeinHainDum#MaryKom

— Hima Das (@HimaDas8) November 24, 2018

Take a bow, @MangteC!

World Champion!

And thank you for continuing to do what looks impossible. You are the role model this country deserves! #MaryKom#Championpic.twitter.com/akeH73XJnf

— MINERVA PUNJAB FC (@minervapunjabfc) November 24, 2018

Heartiest Congratulations to a living legend, @MangteC for making India proud once again with her record 6th World Championship Gold . #MaryKompic.twitter.com/J4cBMUKf0Q

— VVS Laxman (@VVSLaxman281) November 24, 2018

Mary Kom is still a Rajya Sabha member.

only time a sitting member of parliament wins a world championship in sport. record sixth time. the amazing #MaryKom

— Ajit Ranade (@ajit_ranade) November 24, 2018