Manu Bhaker Wins Bronze, India’s First Medal at Paris Olympics 2024
Sports Desk, July 28, 2024: In a historic achievement for Indian sports, shooter Manu Bhaker clinched a bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol final at the Paris Olympics 2024. This victory marks India’s first medal of the games and establishes Bhaker as the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in shooting.
Bhaker’s remarkable performance not only brought her personal glory but also set a new benchmark in Indian sports history. Her achievement is expected to inspire a new generation of athletes back home.
In other events, Arjun Babuta and Ramita Jindal advanced to the finals of the Men’s and Women’s 10m Air Rifle, raising further hopes for India’s medal tally. Their qualifications have generated significant anticipation and excitement among Indian sports enthusiasts.
Earlier in the day, rower Balraj Panwar qualified for the quarterfinals of the Men’s Single Sculls after securing second place in the repechage round. Panwar’s advancement adds to India’s promising start at the Paris Olympics 2024.
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A historic medal!
— Narendra Modi (@narendramodi) July 28, 2024
Well done, @realmanubhaker, for winning India’s FIRST medal at #ParisOlympics2024! Congrats for the Bronze. This success is even more special as she becomes the 1st woman to win a medal in shooting for India.
An incredible achievement!#Cheer4Bharat
