Paris Olympics: ‘Privileged’ to represent India as the flagbearer in the closing ceremony – Manu Bhaker
Paris Olympics: Manu jumpstarted India's count of medals by winning bronze in the individual 10m air pistol event, becoming the initial Indian female shooter to achieve an Olympic medal.
Paris Olympics: Avinash Sable created history
Manu Bhaker, who made history with two bronze medals at the Paris Games, will lead India at the Olympic closing ceremony as the flag bearer. The shooter from Haryana, aged 22, had previously expressed that being India’s flag bearer would be a prestigious opportunity. I am thankful to The IOA for deeming me deserving of this recognition, and I am excited to hoist the Indian flag with great pride. Jai Hind!
Lakshya Sen missed winning bronze medal
The 22-year-old badminton player was defeated by Malaysia’s Lee Zii Jia in three games with a score of 21-13, 16-21, 11-21 in the men’s singles bronze medal match. Lakshya Sen made history by becoming the first male player to advance to the badminton singles semi-finals at the Olympics. India’s hopes of winning a medal in badminton at the Olympics were dashed with Lakshya’s departure, marking the first time since 2008 that they have missed out on a medal.
Neeraj Chopra javelin throw event today
Today Neeraj Chopra is going to participate in the qualifying event of javelin throw. Neeraj Chopra, the current Olympic champion in javelin throw, now carries the aspirations of India’s 1.4 billion people for winning gold. Following his historic win of the gold medal at the Tokyo Olympics, Neeraj has transformed into a revered figure in the nation, with supporters eagerly looking forward to a repeat performance of his triumph.
Vinesh Phogat will be seen in action today
Paris Olympics 2024 has reached its 11th day. Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat will begin competing today in the 50kg freestyle category against Japan’s reigning Olympic and four-time world champion, Yui Susaki. Vinesh Phogat is set to compete between 2:45 and 3 PM IST.
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Avinash Sable created history
Avinash Mukund Sable made history on Monday, August 5th. The Indian steeplechaser dominated the heat to secure a fifth-place finish and advance to the Olympics final. This is a major accomplishment because Sable is the first Indian ever to make it to the final of the Olympic steeplechase.
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