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Olympics Updates: Indian hockey team lost to Germany in the semi-final match

Olympics Updates: India lost 2-3 to Germany in the men's hockey semi-final at the 2024 Paris Olympics on Tuesday. As the game went on, Germany became increasingly aggressive and challenged India's defensive abilities.

Olympics Updates: Gold expected from Mirabai Chanu in weightlifting today

India’s men’s hockey team under the leadership of Harmanpreet Singh faced a devastating loss to Germany in the semi-finals of the 2024 Paris Olympics on Tuesday. In the second semi-final, Germany beat India 3-2, earning a spot in the title clash against Netherlands. India will play against Spain in the bronze medal match on Thursday.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat breaks 128 years of Olympics record

Vinesh Phogat made history with a win against Japan’s Yui Susaki, who had never lost in 82 international matches and had earned a gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics without allowing any points. She defeated her opponent by 5-0 and became the first Indian female wrestler to reach the final.

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Neeraj Chopra qualifies for the finals

Neeraj Chopra made it to the finals of the men’s javelin throw event at Paris Olympics 2024 on Tuesday. With a throw of 89.34 metres, he advanced to the last round by sailing through. Chopra’s best throw of the season highlights his exceptional skill and readiness. His strong performance in the qualifying round not only earned him a place in the finals but also established him as a top contender for a gold medal. He is set to participate in the final on August 8 at 11:55 pm Indian Standard Time (IST).

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Do or die match for both the teams

Today (07 August) will be the last match of the three-match ODI series between India and Sri Lanka. There will be a ‘do or die’ atmosphere for both the teams in this match. Sri Lanka has a 1-0 lead in the series. In this situation, Team India would like to level the series by winning the match, whereas Sri Lanka would like to win the match and win the series.

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Gold expected from Mirabai Chanu

August 7 can be a special day for India in Paris Olympics 2024. Today, Mirabai Chanu is going to play in the weightlifting event to represent India. Mirabai Chanu will face tough opponents, such as Tokyo Olympics winner Hou Zihui and Thailand’s Surochan Khambao. Mirabai Chanu won the silver medal in Tokyo 2020, so everyone’s attention is on her. This time country’s have high hopes from her to win a gold.

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