Swapnil Kusale, the Indian shooter who brought home a bronze medal from the Paris Olympics, is already setting his sights on gold. During a recent visit to the TOI Pune office, Kusale and his coach Deepali Deshpande spoke about the journey to the Games, the winning shot, and the persistent dream of Olympic gold. This historic achievement marks the first time an Indian has secured a medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event at the Olympics.
Meanwhile, anticipation for the upcoming Border-Gavaskar Trophy between India and Australia is reaching fever pitch. Former Australian captain Ricky Ponting believes Australia will be out for revenge after their recent defeats against India. He predicts a thrilling series, with Australia aiming for a 3-1 victory in the five-match contest scheduled for November-December. This series marks a significant chapter in the storied rivalry between the two cricketing giants.
In a different sporting arena, Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat awaits a decision on her appeal for a shared silver medal. The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) has postponed its decision twice, citing ‘exceptional circumstances’. The original deadline, set for the end of the Olympics, was pushed to Tuesday. Now, the CAS has further extended the deadline to Friday. The world watches with bated breath as the fate of this fiercely contested appeal hangs in the balance.
