Manu Bhaker Creates History: First Indian to Win 2 Medals in a Single Olympics
Indian athletes have started to make their presence felt in the shooting competitions at the Paris Olympics. After securing the nation’s first medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol event, Manu Bhaker clinched another medal for India on Tuesday. Bhaker made history by becoming the first Indian athlete to win a medal in the Paris Olympics on Saturday, and she broke another Indian Olympic record with her latest achievement.
Breaking Records and Making History
Manu Bhaker’s first medal made her the first Indian woman shooter to claim an Olympic medal. She subsequently became the first Indian to win two medals at the same Olympic Games, a milestone previously unachieved by any Indian athlete. This historic moment came when the 22-year-old shooter and her teammate Sarabjot Singh competed in the 10m Mixed Team Air Rifle competition.
Teaming Up for Success
In the 10m Mixed Team Air Rifle event, Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh demonstrated exceptional skill and composure throughout the competition. They both secured a bronze medal and India’s increasing medal count at the Paris Olympics.
Read also: Manu Bhaker Olympic Redemption: From Tokyo Tears to Paris 2024
India’s Medal Ambition
India aims to surpass its previous record of seven medals from the Tokyo Olympics. Manu Bhaker’s efforts and the other athletes show that the nation is well on its way to success at the top level.
India’s Medal Tally: Manu Bhaker Creates History
Here’s a snapshot of India’s current medal tally at the Paris Olympics:
Medal Type | Count |
---|---|
Gold Medals | 0 |
Silver Medals | 0 |
Bronze Medals | 2 |
Total Medals | 2 |
Manu Bhaker’s historic performance has brought pride to the nation and set a new benchmark for future athletes.
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