Winter Olympics-bound Arif included in TOPS, given ₹17.46 lakh for training

Beijing Winter Olympics-bound skier Arif Khan, who is first Indian to qualify for two events at Winter Games 2022, has been included in Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS) Core group, Sports Ministry said on Friday. The 31-year-old has been granted financial support of ₹17.46 lakh for his training in Europe. Arif will take part in Slalom and Giant Slalom events.