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India’s Wrestling Star Fails to Make Weight, Denied Chance at Historic Medal In a shocking turn of events, India’s top wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified from the 50kg freestyle wrestling event at the Paris Olympics due to a weigh-in controversy. Phogat, who had qualified for the gold medal bout after a series of impressive victories, failed to make the required weight on Thursday morning, weighing in a few grams over the 50kg limit. “It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class,” the IOA said in…

India Shines on Day 12 of Paris Olympics 2024: Medal Rush and Historic Wins It was a day to remember for the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics 2024, with a flurry of medals and historic wins that will be etched in the memories of Indian sports fans for years to come. Neeraj Chopra Defends Javelin Throw Title with Panache Reigning champion Neeraj Chopra successfully defended his gold medal in the Men’s Javelin Throw event at the Paris Olympics 2024, becoming the first Indian athlete to win back-to-back Olympic titles in the same event. Chopra’s winning throw of 88.17m was…

India Hockey Team Olympics Semifinal: A Thrilling Journey to the Top The Unstoppable Indian Hockey Team The Indian hockey team has made it to the semifinals at the Paris Olympics 2024, defying all odds and proving their mettle on the international stage. After securing a Bronze at the Tokyo 2021 Olympics, the team is set for another medal contention at the Olympic Games. A Thrilling Penalty Shoot-out Win over Great Britain The team’s resilience and grit helped them secure a triumph against Great Britain in the quarter-finals, despite being reduced to 10 men for nearly three quarters. The match ended 1-1 at the final…

India is all set for an action-packed Day 8 at the Paris Olympics 2024, with several athletes vying for medals in their respective events. The spotlight will be on Manu Bhaker, who is on the cusp of creating history by winning her third medal at the Olympics. Manu Bhaker Eyes Historic Third Medal at Paris Olympics 2024 Indian shooter Manu Bhaker is on the cusp of creating history at the Paris Olympics 2024. She will be competing in the 25m pistol final, aiming to win her third medal at the Games. If she succeeds, she will become the first-ever Indian to win…

Lakshya Sen, the 22-year-old Indian shuttler, is set to face Chou Tien Chen of Chinese Taipei in the quarterfinals of the men’s singles badminton event at the Paris Olympics 2024. As Sen looks to create history by becoming the first Indian to make the men’s singles semi-finals at the Olympics, let’s take a look at his head-to-head record against his upcoming opponent. Lakshya Sen Lakshya Sen is an Indian badminton player born on August 16, 2001, in Almora, Uttarakhand, to a Bengali family. His father, D. K. Sen, is his coach. Sen is a former world junior no. 1 and has…

Paris Olympics 2024 Day 6 Live Updates India’s outing on Day 6 of the Paris Olympics was quite a remarkable one, starting with shooting. Swapnil Kusale scripted history by becoming the first Indian shooter to win a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event. Shooter Swapnil Kusale Wins Bronze Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale has made history by winning the bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions shooting event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This is India’s third medal at the Paris Olympics, and Kusale’s maiden Games. Kusale’s Historic Win Swapnil Kusale clinched the bronze medal with an aggregate of…

Indian shooter Sarabjot Singh has made the nation proud by winning a bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team shooting event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This achievement marks a significant milestone in his shooting career, which started as a hobby and has now turned into a medal harvest. The Journey Begins Sarabjot Singh, a 22-year-old farmer’s son from Dheen village of Ambala district in Haryana, has made a remarkable journey from being a hobby shooter to winning a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the Paris Olympics. Sarabjot’s journey began when he was 13 years…

In a groundbreaking achievement, Indian table tennis player Manika Batra has etched her name in the history books by becoming the first Indian to reach the pre-quarter finals of the Olympic Games. A Momentous Occasion for Indian Table Tennis Manika’s remarkable feat has sent shockwaves of excitement throughout the Indian sports fraternity. Her impressive performance has not only brought pride to the nation but has also set a new benchmark for Indian table tennis players. The Rise of Indian Table Tennis Indian table tennis has been on the rise in recent years, with players like Manika Batra, Sharath Kamal, and Sathiyan Gnanasekaran making a mark on…

A New Chapter Unfolds for Indian Shooting The 2024 Paris Olympics are just around the corner, and the Indian shooting contingent is gearing up to make a mark on the global stage. Among the talented bunch of Indian shooters, Ramita Jindal has made a promising start by qualifying for the 10m air rifle final. This is a significant milestone for the young shooter, and we take a closer look at her journey and what this achievement means for Indian shooting. Ramita Jindal: The Rising Star Ramita Jindal, a 22-year-old shooter from Haryana, has been making waves in the shooting circuit with her consistent…

As the Olympic Games 2024 approach, India is gearing up to send its largest-ever contingent to the prestigious event. With a rich pool of talented athletes, India is pinning its hopes on its star performers to bring home the coveted Olympic medals. Neeraj Chopra: The Javelin Thrower with a Golden Touch Neeraj Chopra, the 24-year-old javelin thrower from Haryana, is one of India’s brightest medal hopes. Chopra, who won the gold medal at the 2018 Asian Games, has been in scintillating form, breaking his own national record multiple times. With a personal best of 88.07m, Chopra is confident of breaching the…