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Manu Bhaker - Sarabjot Singh Wins Second Medal For India At Olympics 2024

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Manu Bhaker shoots second medal

Olympics 2024: Manu Bhaker shoots second medal for India
Olympics 2024: Manu Bhaker shoots second medal for India

Manu Bhaker along with Sarabjot Singh wins second medal for India at Olympics 2024. Manu Bhaker Makes History, Secures India's Second Olympic Medal in Paris.

India's medal haul at the Paris Olympics continues to grow, with shooters Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh securing the bronze in the 10m Air Pistol mixed team event. This win follows Bhaker's earlier bronze medal in the women's 10m air pistol, marking a historic achievement for the young shooter.

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The Indian duo edged out the South Korean team of Wonho Lee and Jin Ye Oh with a score of 16-10, adding another medal to India's tally at the Games.

With this victory, Manu Bhaker becomes the first Indian shooter to win two Olympic medals, a feat made even more remarkable as she is the first Indian athlete to achieve this distinction at the same Olympic Games.

Sarabjot Singh joins the ranks of India's Olympic shooting medalists, becoming the sixth shooter to bring home a medal.

Bhaker's performance at these Olympics has been nothing short of remarkable. Just a few days ago, she became the first Indian woman shooter to reach an Olympic final in an individual event in 20 years, breaking a 20-year-old record set by Suma Shirur at the Athens Olympics in 2004.

She also holds the distinction of being the first Indian woman to qualify for the 10m air pistol women’s final round at any Olympics.

Manu Bhaker's achievements stand as an inspiration to young athletes across the nation, showcasing the power of determination and hard work. With her historic wins, she has cemented her place in India's sporting legacy.

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