Aditi Ashok Aims for Medal at Paris Olympics 2024 After Narrow Tokyo Miss

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:34am on 26 Jul 2024,Friday Sports

Aditi Ashok, India's top golfer, is aiming for a medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She previously finished fourth at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, narrowly missing the podium. Ashok made her Olympic debut in 2016 and has since gained experience. At Tokyo 2020, she was in contention for a silver medal until the 17th hole. With her skills and experience, Ashok is now focused on winning India's first-ever Olympic golf medal. She will be one of India's top hopes for a medal at the Paris Games.

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India Sends Largest-Ever Shooting Contingent to Paris Olympics 2024

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:02am on 26 Jul 2024,Friday Sports

India's largest-ever shooting contingent, comprising 21 athletes, is set to compete at the Paris Olympics 2024, aiming to end the country's 12-year medal drought in the sport. The team is part of India's 117-member strong contingent at the Games. India has won four Olympic medals in shooting, making it their third most successful sport. The team seeks to revive the success of Rajyavardhan Singh Rathore, who won silver at the 2004 Athens Olympics. With a strong contingent, India hopes to make a mark in shooting at the Paris Olympics.

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Paris 2024 Olympics Boxing: India’s Nikhat Zareen, Lovlina Borgohain Handed Difficult Draws

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:02am on 26 Jul 2024,Friday Sports

Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain have been handed challenging draws at the Paris Olympics 2024. Nikhat, a two-time world champion, will face Germany's Maxi Carina Kloetzer in the round of 32 and potentially China's Wu Yu in the round of 16. Lovlina will take on Norway's Sunniva Hofstad in the Women's 75kg and may face China's Li Qian in the quarter-finals. Both boxers will need to overcome stiff competition to medal. Their Olympic campaigns begin with tough matchups, setting the stage for thrilling contests.

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Abhinav Bindra Carries Olympic Flame in Paris 2024 Torch Relay, Awarded Prestigious Olympic Order by IOC

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:29pm on 25 Jul 2024,Thursday Sports

Shooting legend Abhinav Bindra carried the Olympic flame during the Paris 2024 Torch Relay, sharing the honor on social media. Earlier, Bindra was awarded the Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) for his outstanding contributions to the Olympic Movement. The award ceremony will take place during the 142nd IOC Session in Paris on August 10. Prime Minister Narendra Modi lauded Bindra, noting his achievements as an athlete and mentor. Bindra's involvement with the IOC Athlete Commission and the International Shooting Sport Federation underscores his dedication to sports.

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Indian Archers Shine at Paris Olympics: Men's and Women's Teams Enter Quarterfinals; Dhiraj Bommadevara Finishes Fourth

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:07pm on 25 Jul 2024,Thursday Sports

At the Paris Olympics 2024, Indian archers made a strong impact. Dhiraj Bommadevara finished fourth in the men's ranking round with 681 points, while Tarundeep Rai and Pravin Jadhav placed 14th and 39th, respectively. Their combined efforts secured India the third spot with 2013 points, finishing ahead of China. Both the men's and women's teams advanced to the quarterfinals, showcasing impressive performances. Dhiraj and Ankita Bhakat also progressed to the round of 16 in the mixed event. The Indian men's team will face the winner of the Turkiye vs. Colombia match in the quarters.

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‘Rohit Sharma Will Faint’: Srikkanth Slams Gambhir for U-turn on Senior Players

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:22pm on 25 Jul 2024,Thursday Sports

Former India captain Krishnamachari Srikkanth criticized Gautam Gambhir for changing his stance on veteran players Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli. Now head coach, Gambhir had previously insisted senior players must perform to stay in the team but recently suggested they have plenty of cricket left. Srikkanth questioned Rohit's ability to play in the 2027 ODI World Cup at age 40, while acknowledging Kohli’s high fitness might see him through. The 2027 ODI World Cup will be hosted by South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Namibia.

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India Archers Shine in Paris: Women's Team in Quarters, Deepika Kumari Leads Charge

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:58am on 25 Jul 2024,Thursday Sports

India's archery team has made a promising start at the Paris Games, securing a top-four spot in the women's team event and direct entry into the quarter-finals. Ankita Bhakat, Bhajan Kaur, and Deepika Kumari finished in the top 32, with Deepika leading the charge in her fourth Olympics. The individual ranking rounds will determine seeding for both individual and team events. India's men's team, comprising Tarundeep Rai, Dhiraj Bommadevara, and Pravin Ramesh Jadhav, will also compete. A strong start for India's Olympics campaign, with hopes high for medal success.

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Indian Archers Begin Paris Olympics Campaign with Ranking Rounds Today

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:57am on 25 Jul 2024,Thursday Sports

India's archery team starts their Paris Olympics campaign today with the individual ranking round. Six Indian archers will participate, seeking optimal seeding. This marks the first time since London 2012 that India has secured all six quota places. The women's round begins at 1pm IST, featuring Deepika Kumari, Ankita Bhakat, and Bhajan Kaur. The men's round starts at 5pm IST, with Tarundeep Rai, Pravin Jadhav, and Dhiraj Bommadevara competing. The archery events will run from July 25 to August 4. India aims to win its first Olympic medal in archery.

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Nita Ambani Attends IOC Session in Paris, Receives Warm Welcome from French President

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:30am on 24 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports

Nita Ambani, wife of billionaire Mukesh Ambani, attended the 142nd International Olympic Committee Session in Paris ahead of the 2024 Olympics opening ceremony. She received a warm welcome from French President Emmanuel Macron, who kissed her hand in greeting. Nita represented India in a stunning red suit with intricate embroidery. The event was held at the Louis Vuitton Foundation, where she was also greeted by IOC President Thomas Bach. Her stylish appearance made a mark at the prestigious gathering, showcasing Indian culture and elegance on the global stage.

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Paris 2024: Snoop Dogg to Carry Olympic Torch in its Final Stages

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:06am on 24 Jul 2024,Wednesday Sports

American rapper Snoop Dogg will carry the Olympic torch in Paris on its final journey to the Eiffel Tower. As a special correspondent for NBC, Snoop is covering the 2024 Olympics. On July 25, he will carry the torch through the Paris suburb of Saint-Denis, followed by a concert by French Eurovision star Slimane. The event marks the last leg of the torch's journey before reaching the Eiffel Tower. Snoop, 52, confirmed his participation on social media, posting a photo outside Paris' city hall with a message about the upcoming Olympics.

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