The Indian contingent is still waiting for its fourth medal from the Paris Olympic Games 2024, with the shooting team contributing all three bronze medals so far. Manu Bhaker played a crucial role in securing two of these medals, while Sarabjot Singh and Swapnil Kusale delivered outstanding performances to ensure India’s presence on the medal tally.
Disappointments in Badminton and Boxing
Despite high expectations, Indian athletes faced disappointments in badminton and boxing, with none managing to secure a medal. The contingent is now looking ahead with hope for more success in the upcoming events.
Medal Hopes on Tuesday, August 11
India has two strong chances of securing at least silver medals today if results go in their favor.
Hockey
The men’s hockey team faces Germany in the semi-final at 10:30 PM. A victory would guarantee India at least a silver medal and a spot in the gold medal contest.
Indian 🇮🇳 Hockey Team Winning Gold🥇in Paris Olympics 2024 will surely revive Hockey 🏑 in India#Hockey pic.twitter.com/xQAMR8xLiJ
— Richard Kettleborough (@RichKettle07) August 5, 2024
– Men’s Semi-final: India vs Germany – 10:30 PM
Wrestling
In wrestling, Vinesh Phogat, one of India’s top performers, will begin her campaign in the women’s 50kg category. She faces Yui Susaki of Japan in the round of 16 at 2:44 PM. If Vinesh secures victories in her matches today, she could reach the semi-final and assure India of at least a silver medal.
– Women’s 50kg Round of 16: Vinesh Phogat vs Yui Susaki – 2:44 PM
– Women’s 50kg Quarter-final: Subject to Vinesh Phogat’s qualification
– Women’s 50kg Semi-final: Subject to Vinesh Phogat’s qualification
Near Misses
India’s medal tally could have been more impressive if some athletes had converted their fourth-place finishes into podium spots. The contingent has had five fourth-place finishes so far, with two in shooting, two in badminton, and one in archery.
Upcoming Event
Tokyo Games gold medalist Neeraj Chopra will begin his qualification round today, adding to India’s hopes for more medals in the coming days.
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