After India's badminton contingent's underwhelming performance at Paris Olympics, Indian badminton legend Prakash Padukone has criticized the players for blaming federations and government instead of taking responsibility. While star shuttlers PV Sindhu and Lakshya Sen were among the medal contenders, they failed to deliver and India's streak of winning a badminton medal at each Olympics since London 2012 ended. Padukone believes the players need to introspect and ask themselves if they are working hard enough to reach their desired results.
Follow the live coverage of Day 9 at the Paris Olympic Games 2024 to witness several Indian athletes in action, including a potential medal match. Ace shuttler Lakshya Sen lost his semis clash to defending champion Viktor Axelsen, while boxer Lovlina Borgohain crashed out in the quarter-finals. Team India has reached the semi-finals in men's hockey after an impressive victory over Great Britain in a penalty shootout. Don't miss the first two events of the day, the Men's 25M Rapid Fire Pistol (qualification stage) and the men's individual stroke play (round 4) in golf, as India continues its quest for gold.
In a nail-biting match, Denmark's defending Olympic champion Viktor Axelsen overcame India's rising star Lakshya Sen in the men's singles semifinal at the Paris Olympics 2024. Despite a valiant effort from Lakshya, Axelsen's experience and resilience helped him secure a spot in the final where he will face Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsarn. However, Lakshya still has a chance for a medal as he will face Malaysia's Lee Zii Jia in the bronze medal match on Monday.
Lakshya Sen has made history by becoming the first Indian male shuttler to reach the semifinals of the Olympic Games. However, he faces a tough challenge as he goes up against Denmark's Viktor Axelsen, who has a dominating record and is the defending Olympic champion. With only one victory against Axelsen in their eight previous meetings, Sen will have to give his all to secure a spot in the finals and keep his hopes alive for an Olympic gold. Follow our senior reporter Mihir Vasavda for live updates on this highly anticipated match.
Indian boxer Nishant Dev and archer Deepika Kumari suffer defeats in their respective Quarter-Final matches. Meanwhile, Indian shooter Manu Bhaker finishes 4th in Women's 25m Pistol final. Also, a look ahead to Day 9 as Lovlina Borgohain and Lakshya Sen have medal chances. Title: Indian Athletes Struggle on Day 8 at Paris Olympics 2024, Ahead to Day 9 with Potential Medal Opportunities for Borgohain and Sen. Another day of disappointing results for Indian athletes at the Paris Olympics 2024 as boxer Nishant Dev and archer Deepika Kumari suffer Quarter-Final defeats. In shooting, Manu Bhaker narrowly misses out on a medal, finishing 4th in the Women's 25m Pistol final. Moving forward to Day 9, there is hope for India as Lovlina Borgohain and Lakshya Sen have potential medal opportunities. Despite the struggles, IBNS remains committed to providing objective and well-sourced news to its readers.
On Day 9 of the Paris Olympics 2024, India has high hopes for medaling in the sport of badminton with Lakshya Sen and Lovlina Borgohain facing tough challenges. The Indian hockey team and sport shooters will also be in the spotlight as they compete in their respective events. Follow all the action live as we bring you updates and coverage of all that's happening at the Paris Olympics.
With an impressive performance, Indian shuttler Lakshya Sen has made history as the first Indian male to enter the semi-finals at the Olympics. His victory against Chinese Taipei's Chou Tien Chen has earned him a coveted spot in the semis, marking a breakthrough moment for Indian badminton. Sen displayed exceptional skill and determination as he clinched a nail-biting win in the quarterfinals. This is truly a proud moment for Indian sports and badminton enthusiasts.
22-year-old Indian shuttler, Lakshya Sen, achieved a remarkable victory in the Paris Olympics by reaching the semi-finals, making history as the first Indian man to do so. Sen displayed exceptional resilience as he overcame a first-game loss to defeat Taiwan's Chou Tien Chen in a grueling match lasting an hour and 15 minutes. With a chance to secure a medal in his debut Olympic appearance, Sen now faces a tough challenge against either the current Olympic champion from Denmark or a rising star from Singapore.
Lakshya Sen was able to maintain his composure and defeat fellow Indian badminton player HS Prannoy in the men's singles event at the Paris Olympics. Despite the lack of celebrations from Lakshya due to the somber mood of the match, he dominated from the start and secured the win with a final score of 21-5 in the second game. With this win, Sen advances to face the older and more experienced Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in the next round.
In a thrilling match, India's Men's Hockey team secured a triumphant victory against Australia, a team they haven't beaten in the Olympics since 1972. The Indian team showed remarkable performance in the first half, scoring two goals in the first quarter itself. Meanwhile, other Indian athletes, like Manu Bhaker and Lakshya Sen, continue to excel in their respective events at the Paris Olympics. To witness the Olympics through the eyes of our senior reporter Mihir Vasavda, click the link provided. Also, learn about the vegan diet being served to athletes in Paris and its impact on their performance.