Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:44pm on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
The Indian men's archery team exited the Paris Olympics 2024 in the quarter-finals, suffering a 6-2 defeat to Turkiye. Archers Dhiraj Bommadevara and Tarundeep Rai failed to replicate their earlier stellar performances. Despite a valiant effort, the team couldn't secure a win, marking a disappointing end to their campaign. This loss highlights the challenges and fierce competition at the Olympic level, leaving the team to regroup and strategize for future tournaments.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 01:04pm on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Lakshya Sen clinched his first official points at the Paris Olympics by defeating Belgium's Julien Carraggi in men's badminton singles. In a match lasting 43 minutes, Sen displayed his resilience and skill, winning 21-19, 21-14. Trailing initially, he raised his game at crucial moments to secure a hard-fought victory in the first game. The win boosts Sen's confidence as he progresses in the tournament, representing India's strong presence in Olympic badminton.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:32am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics, Arjun Babuta narrowly missed a medal, finishing fourth in the 10m air rifle men’s final. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh secured their place in the 10m air pistol mixed team bronze medal match. However, Rhythm Sangwan and Arjun Singh Cheema failed to advance. In the women’s 10m air rifle final, Ramita Jindal finished in 7th place. The men’s badminton doubles team, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, had their Group C match against Germany’s Seidel and Lamsfuss canceled, making their next game crucial. Men’s archery team also competes in the quarterfinals.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 09:59am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Lakshya Sen’s 21-8, 22-20 win over Guatemala's Kevin Cordon in the badminton men's singles Group L match at the Paris Olympics has been nullified after Cordon withdrew from the event due to a left elbow injury. As per BWF General Competition Regulations, the result was deleted, affecting Sen's ranking based on his remaining Group L matches. Sen will next face Julien Carraggi on July 29. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker secured India's first medal, winning bronze in the 10m Women's Air Pistol event with a score of 221.7, marking a historic achievement for Indian shooting.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 07:59am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics 2024, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh qualified for the bronze medal round in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. In the women's 10m air rifle final, Ramita Jindal narrowly missed out on a medal, finishing in 7th place. Jindal displayed strong performances but couldn't secure a top finish. In badminton, India's Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa lost the first game 21-11 to Japan's Nami/Chiharu in the women’s doubles. The competition continues as athletes vie for top honors.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:28am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
India's Olympic hopefuls are poised for a medal surge on Monday at the Paris Olympics 2024. After Manu Bhaker secured a bronze in the 10m Air Pistol, India could add up to five more medals. Bhaker will compete in the 10m Air Pistol mixed team event, alongside Sarabjot Singh and Rhythm Sangwan with Arjun Cheema Singh, aiming for the podium. Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta will compete in their respective 10m Air Rifle finals. Additionally, the Indian men's archery team will vie for a spot in the medal rounds in their quarterfinal match.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:09am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
India's tennis hopes at the Paris Olympics were dashed in a single day as Sumit Nagal and the men's doubles team of Rohan Bopanna and N Sriram Balaji were eliminated in their opening matches. Nagal lost a three-set battle to Corentin Moutet, 2-6, 6-4, 5-7, despite a strong recovery. In the men's doubles, Bopanna and Balaji were defeated by Edouard Roger-Vasselin and Gael Monfils, 5-7, 2-6. The losses mark a disappointing end to India's tennis campaign, with Bopanna's match potentially being his final representation for India in major events.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:02am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Following Manu Bhaker's bronze medal win, Indian shooters Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta aim to add to India's medal tally today at the Paris Olympics. Ramita competes in the Women's 10m Air Rifle Final at 13:00 IST, while Arjun takes part in the Men's 10m Air Rifle Final at 15:30 IST. Both hope to build on their strong qualification performances. Other key events for India on July 29 include badminton matches, hockey against Argentina, and table tennis featuring Manika Batra. The nation eagerly watches as its athletes strive for Olympic glory.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:49am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Cricket legend Rahul Dravid praised Manu Bhaker's resilience after she won a historic bronze in the 10m air pistol event at the Paris Olympics. Bhaker, 22, overcame a disappointing Tokyo Olympics and became the first Indian woman shooter to claim an Olympic medal, ending a 12-year wait for India's shooters. Dravid, speaking at a panel discussion in Paris, highlighted the sacrifices and hard work behind such achievements. Bhaker's bronze came with a score of 221.7, while Korea's Jin Ye Oh and Kim Yeji took gold and silver. Dravid recently guided India to a T20 World Cup win.
Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 04:09am on 29 Jul 2024,Monday Sports
Injury withdrawals have hit Indian badminton players hard at the Paris Olympics. Lakshya Sen's win over Kevin Cordon was canceled after Cordon withdrew due to injury. Lakshya now faces a tough path, playing all three group matches alone. In doubles, Satwik-Chirag’s match against Mark Lamsfuss and Marvin Seidel was canceled due to Lamsfuss's knee injury. This affects their group stage results. While Satwik-Chirag has a chance to regroup, Lakshya's situation is more challenging. Both players hope for favorable outcomes in their remaining matches.