India in Paris Olympics 2024

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Indian Players in Paris Olympics 2024

The reigning Indian athletes will form a core part of performances at the 2024 Paris Olympics, among other great performers, including Manu Bhaker. Read further to know the Top Indian Players for 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris.

India's archery competition at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris began on July 25. 112 Indian athletes are competing in 69 medal events across 16 different sports by the time the Games conclude on August 11.

Top Indian Athletes at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris: The incredible potential of Indian athletes was seen during the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris When it came to foreign autographs, the nation was proud about these elite Indian athletes who not only worked hard but also demonstrated their dedication during the 2024 Olympics in Paris.

Events in archery, athletics, boxing, badminton, judo, equestrian, golf, hockey, rowing, sailing, shooting, swimming, wrestling, table tennis, and tennis will be held at Paris 2024, where the Indian contingent will compete.

Indian Players in Paris Olympic 2024

As the competition spills towards its climax, the top Indian athletes bound for the Paris Olympics 2024 are leaving nothing to chance. They want to win gold and continue to inspire a new generation.
 

Indian Players in Paris 2024

Specific

Information

Total Number Of Players

117

Most Participation

Shooting & Athletics

Women Player

47

Men Players

70

Gold Medal’s

0

Sliver Medal’s

1

Bronze Medal’s

4

Total Medal’s

5

Overall Rank

64th


Paris Olympic 2024 India Records

Manu Bhaker became the first female Indian medalist ever in the history of Olympics shooting.
On July 28, 2024, Manu Bhaker created history at the Paris Olympics when she won the bronze medal in the women's 10m air-pistol event, becoming the first-ever Indian woman Olympic shooter. On July 27, a day before, Bhaker became the first Indian woman to make it into the final round of Olympic shooting since Athens 2004, and that too, while dominating the final rounds of the women's 10m air-pistol event. 
Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh won the very first Olympic shooting medal for India. Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh became the first Indian shooting pair to win an Olympic medal at Paris 2024. It was basically India's sixth Olympic medal coming from the sport of shooting.

Swapnil Kusale Won Bronze Medal in 50m Rifle Shooting Competition
On August 1, Swapnil Kusale added to India's kitty a bronze in men's 50m rifle and made it three out of three for India in the shooting competition at Paris 2024, which is the first time ever in any single event and at any Games. Previous best was two in the Olympic shooting competition in London in 2012. In the 50-meter rifle 3-position, this was also India's first-ever Olympic shooting medal.

Neeraj Chopra Won Silver Medal in Javelin Throw 
The javelin champion is Neeraj Chopra, a significant athlete for India who won a silver medal at the Olympics. Many people are inspired by his sporting achievements, and he receives another medal.
At Paris 2024, Neeraj Chopra threw the spear to the second-best of his career (89.45 meters), but Arshad Nadeem beat him for the gold with a new Olympic record of 92.97 meters.

Vinesh Phogat Disqualified for Being Overweight
In the sports of women’s wrestling, Vinesh Phogat is well-known. Well-known for her perseverance and potential, she continued to complete in the 50kg final. But, she was disqualified from the competition for being overweight. This was a very heart-breaking news for entire Nation.   

India won two consecutive Olympic hockey medals 52 years later
At the Paris 2024 Olympics, the Indian men’s hockey team overcame a goal deficit to defect Spain 2-1 and earn the bronze medal. India, who also took home a bronze in hockey from Tokyo, became the first country to win back to back Olympic hockey medals in 52 years, since Munich 1972. Additionally, India's victory in the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium contributed to their historic 13th Olympic hockey medal.
Harmanpreet Singh was India's topscorer in Paris 2024 with 10, while PR Sreejesh, who ended up taking a bronze medal home, made some valuable saves throughout.
 

India Future Stars at the 2024 Olympic in Paris

Indian athletes outstanding success at the 2024 Summer Olympic in Paris is evidence of their bright future. Only these skills and commitment will quality one for significant international events in the future, These outstanding Indian sportsmen have set the bar high for other competitors at the Paris Olympic in 2024.

Top Indian Performers at the Olympic in Paris 2024

1. Manu Bhaker

  • Won bronze medals in the Women's 10m Air Pistol and Mixed Team 10m Air Pistol events
  • Displayed great precision and consistency in shooting

2. Sarabjot Singh

  • Won a bronze medal in the Mixed Team 10m Air Pistol event
  • Was an integral part of India's success in shooting

3. Swapnil Kusale

  • Won a bronze medal in the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event.
  • Proved equal to rifle-shooting and proved good at it.

4. Neeraj Chopra

  • Won a silver medal in the Men's Javelin Throw.
  • SOLIDIFIED his reputation as one of the leading track and field athletes in the world.

5. Indian Hockey Team

  • Won a bronze medal in Men's Field Hockey.
  • Played with great teamwork and strategy during the tournament.

6. Vinesh Phogat

  • Reached the final in the Women's 50kg wrestling category.
  • Played brilliant wrestling and displayed great never-say-die spirit.

7. Lakshya Sen

  • Reached the semifinals in Men's Singles Badminton.
  • Showed great skill and fighting spirit.

8. Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula

  • Reached the quarterfinals in the Women's Table Tennis Team.
  • Played pivotal roles in their team's performance.

9. Avinash Sable

  • Reached the final in the Men's 3000m Steeplechase.
  • Put in good stamina and athletic ability.

10. Lovlina Borgohain

  • Reached the quarterfinals in the women's 75kg boxing.
  • Showed good boxing skills with a fighting spirit.

11. Nishant Dev

  • Reached the quarterfinals of the Men's Welterweight boxing.
  • Fought out his skillfully and determinedly well in the ring.

12. Arjun Babuta

  • Finished fourth in Men's 10m Air Rifle Shooting.
  • High precision marked the performance, just missing the medal.

13. Dhiraj Bommadevara and Ankita Bhakat

  • Finished fourth in Mixed Team Archery.
  • The pair combined well with each other in terms of teamwork and archery skills.

14. Anantjeet Singh and Maheshwari Chauhan

  • Finished fourth in the Mixed Skeet Team competition.
  • Performed very well on the back of some fine shooting and coordination.

Conclusion

The Indian athletes did a lot by participating in the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, showing the most exceptional skill and tenacity in varied sports. On the international scene, the history of India's performance goes a long way to include feats like creating historical firsts and incessant high-quality performances. These results, at the same time, reflect the enhanced reach and diversity of Indian sports and become a model example before next Olympic projects. It is how these athletes persevered through all the odds to achieve these results that matters more in augmenting India's stature in competitive sports and will continue to be an example for generations to come.

 

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