India made its mark at the 2024 Paris Olympics with a total of six medals. The shooting team led the way with three bronze medals, followed by Neeraj Chopra's silver in javelin throw. Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat and the men's hockey team each secured a bronze medal in their respective events. As the multi-sport event comes to a close, let's take a look at the achievements of all Indian athletes at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Despite high expectations and a record-breaking participation of 117 athletes across 16 sports, India fell short of surpassing its previous best at the Paris Olympics. The country secured six medals, including a historic first for woman shooter Manu Bhaker, who became the first Indian athlete in the post-Independence era to win multiple medals in a single edition of the Games. However, numerous Indian athletes also made their mark by setting new records and narrowly missing out on medals. Let's take a closer look at the highlights and accomplishments of India's Paris Olympics campaign.
On Day 4 of the Paris Olympics, India had a mix of successes and heartbreaks. Star pistol shooter Manu Bhaker made history by winning her second medal of the Olympics, along with Sarabjot Singh, in the mixed team event. The Indian hockey team also had a dramatic win against Ireland, securing their spot in the quarterfinals with two matches still to go. But there were also disappointments, as archer Dhiraj Bommadevara lost in a tight match and all three Indian boxers in action were eliminated. Amidst all the action, our senior reporter Mihir Vasavda provides a unique perspective on the games. Stay tuned for more exciting updates on Day 5, which will see Lakshya Sen, PV Sindhu, and Lovlina Borgohain competing.
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The legacy of Norman Pritchard, a British-Indian athlete who won two silver medals at the 1900 Paris Olympics, is once again in the spotlight thanks to Manu Bhaker's recent Olympic success. But Pritchard's story is complicated by his national identity, with the International Olympic Committee recognizing him as Indian while World Athletics attributes his medals to Britain. Pritchard's success in India and subsequent acting career in Hollywood add to the debate about his legacy and national affiliation.
India's shooter Manu Bhaker has achieved a historic feat by becoming the first-ever Indian athlete after independence to win two medals in a single Olympic Games. Bhaker secured her first bronze medal in the individual 10m air pistol event and has now added another bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event with partner Sarabjot Singh. The duo beat South Korea's Oh Ye Jin and Lee Wonho to secure the bronze medal. Bhaker's consistent shooting and focus helped her clinch the medal, making her a true star for India at the Paris Olympics.
The much-anticipated Paris Olympics 2024 is set to kick off today, with Indian athletes aiming to add more medals to the country's total of 35. With 3,800 hours of live coverage and 10,500 athletes from 206 nations competing in 329 events, India will be represented by 70 men and 47 women across 16 sports. As the world's largest multi-sport event unfolds, let's take a look at the top 10 most decorated Olympians in history, with Michael Phelps and Larisa Latynina leading the pack.
With 117 athletes representing India at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, the focus is already on Paris 2024. Among the top contenders are Neeraj Chopra, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, Nikhat Zareen, and Antim Panghal. With impressive records and recent wins, these individuals have a strong chance of bringing home medals from the 2024 Olympic Games.
India is all set to participate in the 2024 Paris Olympics with a contingent of around 120 athletes, hoping to improve their previous tally of seven medals at the Tokyo Games. The event, scheduled to take place from July 26 to August 11, will see top Indian athletes such as Dhiraj Bommadevara and Tarundeep Rai compete in the Men's Recurve category. With high hopes and rigorous training, the Indian athletes are ready to make their mark on the international stage.
Following in the footsteps of his female compatriots, Indian boxer Nishant Dev sealed his spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics by defeating Moldova's Vasile Cebotari in the quarterfinals of the men's 71 kg category at the World Boxing Qualifiers. Notably, Dev is the first male boxer from India to qualify for the Summer Games. This accomplishment sees him join the ranks of Nikhat Zareen, Preeti, and Lovlina Borgohain - the three female boxers who earned their spots after winning bronze medals at the 2022 Asian Games. However, it was a bittersweet day for India's former world youth champion Ankushita Boro, who lost in the quarterfinals and missed out on an Olympic qualification. Nonetheless, Dev put on a dominant performance, showcasing his composure and strategic prowess to outclass his opponent and secure a unanimous 5-0 decision victory.