Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen faced a devastating 0-5 defeat against China's Wu Yu in the pre-quarterfinals at the Paris Olympics, marking what she called the hardest loss of her career. Despite extensive preparation, including training on an empty stomach and struggling with sleep before the match, Nikhat could not overcome her opponent, who is also the reigning Asian Games champion and 2023 world champion. This loss has been emotionally taxing for her, prompting a vow to return stronger as she expressed deep gratitude for the opportunity to compete. Nikhat plans to take a solo trip for recovery and spend time with family, reaffirming her commitment to pursue her Olympic dreams. The two-time world champion's journey was fraught with challenges leading up to the Games, but she remains determined to chase her goal of winning an Olympic medal. Her emotional response post-fight highlighted the sacrifices she made and the weight of national expectations she carried into the ring.