After a successful performance at the Tokyo Olympics, India is setting its sights on the upcoming Paris Games. With a smaller contingent this time around, all eyes will be on javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who won the nation's only gold medal in Tokyo. However, there are some setbacks for India's team, such as long jumper Murali Sreeshankar having to pull out due to an injury and notable athletes Kidambi Srikanth and Bajrang Punia not participating. Nevertheless, the country remains hopeful for a successful run in Paris.
India's Preparations for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games
After India's impressive performance at the Tokyo Olympics, where it won seven medals including Neeraj Chopra's historic gold in javelin throw, the country is geared up for the upcoming Paris Games. However, India will field a smaller contingent this time around, and there are some notable setbacks for the team.
Smaller Contingent, High Hopes
India's contingent for the Paris Olympics is expected to be smaller than the one that competed in Tokyo. The country has been allocated 60 to 70 quota places across various sports, compared to 122 in 2021. This reduction is attributed to changes in qualifying criteria and the COVID-19 pandemic.
Despite the smaller contingent, India remains hopeful for a successful run in Paris. The focus will be on Neeraj Chopra, who is India's best medal hope. Other athletes to watch include PV Sindhu (badminton), Saurabh Chaudhary (shooting), and Ravi Dahiya (wrestling).
Setbacks for the Team
India's Olympic preparations have been hampered by some setbacks. Long jumper Murali Sreeshankar, who was a medal contender in Tokyo, has pulled out due to an injury. Other notable athletes who will not be participating include Kidambi Srikanth (badminton) and Bajrang Punia (wrestling).
Government Support and Training Facilities
The Indian government is providing significant support to Olympic-bound athletes. The Sports Authority of India (SAI) has created a comprehensive training program, including foreign training stints and access to world-class facilities. The government is also investing in infrastructure development, such as the construction of a new national stadium in Delhi.
Top 5 FAQs on India's Olympic Preparations and History
1. Who is India's most decorated Olympian? Abhinav Bindra, with one gold medal in shooting (2008 Beijing)
2. What is the name of India's first Olympic medal winner? Norman Pritchard, bronze medal in 200m and 200m hurdles (1900 Paris)
3. Which sport has won the most medals for India at the Olympics? Hockey, with 12 medals (8 gold, 1 silver, 3 bronze)
4. What was India's best performance at the Olympics? London 2012, with 6 medals (2 silver, 4 bronze)
5. Which Indian athlete has won the most individual Olympic medals? Leander Paes, with a bronze medal in tennis singles (1996 Atlanta) and a bronze medal in doubles (2004 Athens)
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