"India's Shooting Medal Hopes Rest in Trap Women's Qualification, But Exciting Matches Await in Boxing, Archery and Badminton on Day 5 of Tokyo Olympics" As India continues to strive for more Olympic glory, the focus shifts to trap shooting and other sports on Day 5. While the country's top shooters will compete for a spot in the knockout stages, exciting battles await in archery, boxing, and badminton, where Indian stars Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu, and HS Prannoy will take the field. It remains to be seen if India can add to its medal count on Wednesday.
India's Olympic Medal Quest Continues on Day 5
As India's journey at the Tokyo Olympics enters its fifth day, the nation's hopes for medals rest on the shoulders of its top athletes in various disciplines.
Shooting: Trap Women's Qualification
India's shooting contingent will take the spotlight in the trap women's qualification on Wednesday. The event features Manisha Keer and Seema Tomar, who will be aiming to secure a spot in the knockout stages. Both shooters have had impressive recent form and will be eager to showcase their skills on the global stage.
Archery: Mixed Team Event
The archery mixed team event will witness India's Atanu Das and Deepika Kumari compete against Germany's Lisa Unruh and Florian Unruh. The Indian duo has a strong track record and will be looking to add to their country's medal tally.
Badminton: Singles and Doubles
India's badminton stars will be in action across various categories on Day 5. Lakshya Sen will face off against Ukraine's Artem Pochtarov in the singles competition, while PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy will participate in the doubles events. All three players have shown promising form in recent times and will be hoping to make a deep run into the tournament.
Boxing: Quarterfinals
India's Amit Panghal will compete in the boxing men's flyweight (52kg) quarterfinals. The Asian Games gold medalist will face off against Kazakhstani Saken Bibossinov, a formidable opponent with a strong track record.
India's Olympic Medal Count
As of Day 4 of the Tokyo Olympics, India has won one medal: a bronze in weightlifting by Mirabai Chanu. The country is eager to add to its tally and create history at the Games.
Top 5 FAQs
Q: How many medals has India won in the Tokyo Olympics so far? A: 1 bronze (as of Day 4)
Q: Which Indian athletes are competing in the trap women's qualification? A: Manisha Keer and Seema Tomar
Q: What is the schedule for India's badminton players on Day 5? A: Lakshya Sen (singles), PV Sindhu and HS Prannoy (doubles)
Q: Who is Amit Panghal facing in the boxing quarterfinals? A: Saken Bibossinov (Kazakhstan)
Q: What is India's target medal count for the Tokyo Olympics? A: The Sports Authority of India has set a target of 8-10 medals.
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