As India's performance at the Paris Olympics enters its final stretch, all eyes are on wrestler Reetika Hooda as she starts her campaign in the women's freestyle 76kg category. Reetika faces a tough challenge in her first bout against the 8th seed from Hungary, with a potential matchup against the top seed in the second round. Meanwhile, in golf, Indian golfers Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar are making a valiant effort after a difficult start, but the top three have pulled ahead. Additionally, the verdict on wrestler Vinesh Phogat's appeal for a shared silver medal is expected today. Stay updated with all the live action on Day 15 of the Paris Olympics through our senior reporter Mihir Vasavda's coverage.
India's Quest for Medals at the Paris Olympics
As the countdown to the Paris Olympics 2024 reaches its final stages, India's medal hopes are pinned on several promising athletes. Among them is wrestler Reetika Hooda, who is set to begin her campaign in the women's freestyle 76kg category.
Hooda, who won a bronze medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, will face a challenging first bout against Hungary's 8th seed, Zsanett Nemeth. Should she emerge victorious, she could potentially face top seed Adeline Gray of the United States in the second round.
In golf, India's Aditi Ashok and Diksha Dagar have been battling adversity after a difficult start. Despite their valiant efforts, the top three contenders have established a comfortable lead.
Meanwhile, wrestler Vinesh Phogat's appeal for a shared silver medal from the 2020 Tokyo Olympics is expected to be adjudicated today. Phogat had originally missed out on bronze after losing a close bout to Azerbaijan's Mariya Stadnik, but a potential rule violation by the Azeri wrestler could result in the medal being upgraded.
Background:
India has a rich history of Olympic success, having won a total of 35 medals at the Summer Games. Wrestling is one of the nation's most successful sports, contributing 6 medals to the tally.
In recent years, Indian athletes have made significant strides in sports such as badminton, boxing, and shooting. The country's sporting infrastructure has also improved, providing athletes with world-class training facilities.
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