India's remarkable showing at the Paris Olympics 2024 has underscored the nation's burgeoning stature in international sports. A team of 117 Indian athletes competed with great zeal, culminating in an impressive haul of six medals—one silver and five bronze. The historic journey commenced with Manu Bhaker, who secured India's initial medal in Paris with a bronze in shooting. Bhaker etched her name in history as the first Indian woman to medal in Olympic shooting and later added another bronze in the mixed team 10m air pistol event with Sarabjot Singh, becoming the first Indian to win two medals in a single Olympics. The shooting squad's triumphs continued with Swapnil Kusale's bronze, enhancing India's dominance in shooting events at a single Olympics. On the hockey pitch, the Indian men's team replicated their Tokyo 2020 success by clinching a bronze, showcasing their consistent prowess on the global stage. Neeraj Chopra further cemented his Olympic legacy with a silver in the Javelin Throw, affirming his position as India's most successful individual Olympian. Aman Sehrawat also left his imprint by becoming the youngest Indian Olympic medallist with a bronze in wrestling, contributing to the country's medal count. These accomplishments highlight the extraordinary progress and commitment of Indian athletes, marking the Paris Olympics 2024 as a pivotal moment in India's sporting annals.
Text: Lara Palmer
15.08.2024
Indian Athletes Excel with Six Medals, Highlighting Nation's Growing Sporting Stature