Google Doodle Hamida Banu tribute: Know who was India's first female wrestler, why Google made a doodle today only

Google Doodle celebrates Hamida Banu: On this day in 1954, Hamida Banu gained international recognition after winning in just 1 minute and 34 seconds in a wrestling match held in 1954. He defeated the famous wrestler Baba Pehalwan.

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Google Doodle Hamida Banu tribute: Know who was India's first female wrestler, why Google made a doodle today only

Today i.e. on May 4, Google created a doodle remembering Hamida Bano. Hamida Bano was the first female wrestler of India. On this day in 1954, Hamida Bano got international recognition after winning in just 1 minute and 34 seconds in a wrestling match. He defeated the famous wrestler Baba Pehalwan. After the defeat, Baba Pahalwan retired from wrestling.

Google has said in the description of its doodle, “Hamida Bano was a pioneer of her time and her fearlessness is remembered across India and the world. Apart from his sporting achievements, he will always be celebrated for remaining true to himself."

Today's Google Doodle has been prepared by Bengaluru-based guest artist Divya Negi. The doodle has Google written in the background, surrounded by local flora and fauna. Hamida Bano is also known as the 'Amazon of Aligarh'.

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