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 451.4, finishing in third place in the 50m Rifle 3 Positions Men’s Final. Notably, Kusale is the first Indian shooter to bag a medal in the 50m Rifle 3P event.
Road to Bronze
In the 50m rifle 3 position event final, Swapnil Kusale was placed sixth at 153.3 at the end of kneeling stage. But by the end of the prone stage, he was fifth with a total of 310.1. At this point, 0.6 is the difference between third placed Serhiy Kulish of Ukraine and Kusale.
However, in the first five standing shots, Kusale shot 51.1 to rise up to fourth spot, putting himself 0.4 away from the third spot.
Who is Swapnil Kusale?
Swapnil Kusale is a Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) with the Pune Railway Division. He had secured his Olympic quota by coming fourth in the World Championships held in Cairo. In the same event, Kusale was part of the Indian men’s team that won bronze.
Reaction
“My heartbeat is still very fast,” Swapnil told JioCinema after his bronze-medal win. “I was focusing on my breathing, not bothered about the score. Just did what I had practised over the years.”
Medal Tally
This is the third medal for India, while the other two were also from shooting. Manu Bhaker opened India’s account in the Olympics this year with a bronze in the 10m air pistol event, followed by another bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event won by the pair of Manu and Sarabjot Singh.
Nikhat Zareen’s Olympic Dream Shattered: Loses First Round in Boxing
Indian boxer Nikhat Zareen’s Olympic debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics has ended in disappointment as she lost her first-round bout in the women’s 50kg category.
Tough Draw Proves Too Much for Nikhat
Nikhat, a two-time world champion, was handed a tough draw at the Paris Olympics. Despite her impressive record, she was unseeded in the tournament, which meant she had to face some of the best boxers in her weight division from the very start.
First-Round Exit
In her opening bout, Nikhat faced Maxi Carina Kloetzer of Germany and lost a hard-fought match. The 28-year-old Indian boxer was unable to overcome the German’s strong defense and attacking prowess, ultimately losing the bout.
High Hopes Dashed
Nikhat’s loss is a significant setback for Indian boxing, which had high hopes from the two-time world champion. Her Olympic debut was highly anticipated, and her fans were expecting her to bring home a medal.
Road to Recovery
Although Nikhat’s Olympic dream has been shattered, she can still take heart from her impressive record in international competitions. She has won two world titles and a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games, and she can use this experience to bounce back stronger in future tournaments.
Indian Boxing Contingent’s Performance
Nikhat’s loss is not the only setback for the Indian boxing contingent at the Paris Olympics. Jaismine Lamboria, another Indian boxer, lost her bout in the women’s 57kg category, while Amit Panghal crashed out of the men’s 51kg category.
What’s Next for Nikhat?
Nikhat’s first-round exit from the Paris Olympics will be a tough pill to swallow, but she can still use this experience to improve her game and come back stronger in future tournaments. With her impressive record and determination, she can still achieve great things in the world of boxing.
Other Indian Athletes in Action
Other Indian athletes who were in action on Day 6 included badminton players Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, and PV Sindhu, who all won their respective matches. The Indian men’s doubles pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty also won their quarterfinal match.
Conclusion
Day 6 of the Paris Olympic Games 2024 has been a mixed bag for Indian athletes. While Swapnil Kusale’s bronze medal win is a significant achievement, Nikhat Zareen’s loss is a setback for Indian boxing. The Indian contingent will look to bounce back stronger on Day 7, with several athletes in action across different events.
FAQ’s
Q: Who won the bronze medal in shooting at the Paris Olympics?
A: Swapnil Kusale won the bronze medal in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions event.
Q: What is Swapnil Kusale's score in the final round?
A: Swapnil Kusale scored 451.4 in the final round to win the bronze medal.
Q: Who did Nikhat Zareen lose to in the boxing event?
A: Nikhat Zareen lost to Wu Yu of China in the first round of the women's 50kg boxing event.
Q: What is India's current medal tally at the Paris Olympics?
A: India's medal tally stands at three, with all three medals coming from shooting events.
Q: Who are the other Indian athletes who won their respective matches on Day 6?
A: Lakshya Sen, HS Prannoy, and PV Sindhu (badminton) and Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty (men's doubles badminton) won their respective matches on Day 6.
