Paris Olympics 2024 Day 2 Highlights: Manu Bhaker Makes History with Bronze in Air Pistol
Paris Olympics 2024 Day 2 Highlights: Manu Bhaker Makes History with Bronze in Air Pistol
The Paris 2024 Olympics have been a landmark event for India, and Day 2 was no exception as Manu Bhaker clinched a historic bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. This achievement not only marks Bhaker’s second medal of the Games but also makes her the first Indian woman shooter to secure two medals in the same Olympics.
Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh: A Winning Duo
On Tuesday, Manu Bhaker, alongside her partner Sarabjot Singh, secured the bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. The Indian duo displayed exceptional skill and composure throughout the match, overcoming the Republic of Korea's Lee Wonho and Oh Ye Jin with a convincing 16-10 victory.
Bhaker’s performance was remarkable, hitting 10.0 or higher in 10 of her 13 shots in the final. This victory solidifies her status as a leading figure in Indian shooting, and she will be aiming for an unprecedented third Olympic medal in the women’s 25m pistol event starting on August 2.
Key Highlights from Day 2
Manu Bhaker's Historic Win: Bhaker’s win, in collaboration with Sarabjot Singh, made headlines as she became the first Indian woman to win two medals in a single Olympics.
Match Summary: India took control early in the match, leading 8-2 before eventually securing the bronze. Their performance was a testament to their preparation and skill.
Looking Ahead
As the Paris 2024 Olympics progress, the Indian athletics team is set to make their debut on August 1. Notable athletes like Neeraj Chopra, who will compete in the men’s javelin throw, and other prominent track and field competitors are set to showcase their talents.
Upcoming Events:
Athletics: The track and field events will kick off on August 1, with Neeraj Chopra competing in the javelin throw qualifiers on August 6 and the finals on August 8.
Boxing: Indian boxers will be in action with Amit Panghal and Preeti Pawar fighting in their respective weight categories, and Jaismine Lamboria beginning her campaign.
Where to Watch
Indian viewers can catch all the Olympic action live on Jio Cinema for free or tune in to the Sports 18 Network TV channel for live broadcasts.
Previous Highlights
On Day 3 of the Olympics, Indian athletes made significant strides in various sports:
Shooting: Bhaker and Singh advanced to the mixed team bronze medal match.
Badminton: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty made history by reaching the men’s doubles quarter-finals.
Table Tennis: Manika Batra became the first Indian to advance to the round of 16 in singles.
Hockey: Harmanpreet Singh scored a late goal to secure a 1-1 draw against Argentina.
As we move forward in the Olympics, the excitement continues to build with Indian athletes showcasing their prowess and making their country proud. Stay tuned for more updates and highlights from the Paris 2024 Olympics!
Reference
- India Today: India at Olympics Day 3 Wrap
- Times of India: Paris Olympics 2024 Day 2 Live Updates
- Olympics.com: Paris 2024 Olympics Live Updates
- Indian Express: Paris Olympics 2024 Day 4 Live Updates
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