Reetika comes from a humble background. She started wrestling at the age of 13. Hailing from a small city, she grew up in an environment that was not progressive about women empowerment.
But her family especially her father, and coaches supported her wrestling career. Reetika is vocal about women’s upliftment in sports.
She originally started playing in the 68 kg category but transitioned to 72 kg after 2 years. For the Olympics, she moved to the 76 kg category.
Reetika Hooda Age
She’s 22 years old.
Reetika Hooda Place of Birth
Her birthplace is Rohtak, Haryana.
Reetika Hooda Height
She’s 5 feet 4 inches (163 cm) tall.
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Reetika Hooda Weight
Her natural body weight is around 74-75 kg.
Reetika Hooda Family
Her father, Jagbir Singh, is a farmer, and her mother, Neelam, is a housewife.
Reetika Hooda Biography
| Full Name | Reetika Hooda |
| Date of Birth | June 30, 2002 |
| Height | 5 feet 4 inches |
| Weight | 74-75 kg |
| Profession | Freestyle Wrestler, CPO in Indian Navy |
Reetika Hooda World Ranking
Reetika, relatively new to the senior level, ranks at 54.
Reetika Hooda Indian Navy
She’s a Chief Petty Officer in the Indian Navy.
Reetika Hooda Olympics 2024
Reetika is the first Indian to qualify in the heavyweight category of 76 kg freestyle wrestling. On Saturday she defeated Hungary’s Bernadett Nagy to enter the quarterfinals.
How good is Reetika Hooda?
Reetika is the U-23 Champion in the 72 kg weight category switched to the 76 kg category to make a cut for the Olympics. By far, she has maintained her weight well.
Reetika Hooda Medals
| Event | Weight Category | Medals Won |
| Asian Cadets Championship 2019 | 69 kg | Bronze |
| World U20 Championship 2022 | 72 kg | Bronze |
| World U23 Championship 2022 | 76 kg | Gold |
| World U23 Championship 2023 | 76 kg | Gold |
| Grand Prix Alexandria | 72 kg | Bronze |
| Grand Prix Bishkek | 72 kg | Silver |
| Grand Prix Budapest | 76 kg | Silver |
| Asian Championship Astana | 72 kg | Bronze |