The 2024 Paris Summer Olympics are set to begin today, with the opening ceremony marking a historic departure from tradition. India has a strong contingent of athletes competing in various disciplines, aiming to bring home medals and make the nation proud.
Mohammedan Sporting Club, a two-time Durand Cup champion, is aiming to add a third title to its collection in the 2024 edition. The Kolkata giant faces a challenging group stage, needing to overcome Bengaluru FC, Indian Navy FT, and Inter Kashi to reach the knockouts. Their journey begins on July 28 against Inter Kashi.
India’s women’s boxing team faces a challenging draw at the Paris Olympics. Top contenders like Nikhat Zareen and Lovlina Borgohain could face formidable opponents in early rounds, setting up intense battles for medal contention.
Max Verstappen, the reigning Formula One champion, has defended his outspoken communication with his Red Bull team, despite facing criticism for his heated radio exchanges. Verstappen, known for his competitive spirit, insists that his direct feedback is crucial for success and won’t be changing his approach, even if it means occasionally using strong language. He also dismissed reports of a ban on his participation in sim racing events.
Brazilian football legend Marta, in her last Olympics, set up a goal for Brazil in their opening match against Nigeria, showcasing her brilliance even in her final tournament. The 38-year-old, known as ‘Queen Marta’, is the highest goal scorer in Brazilian history and has decided to retire after the Games. Her legacy as a global icon and inspiration for generations of female footballers is secured.
The 33rd Summer Olympics in Paris are set to begin on July 26th, featuring 32 sports including exciting new disciplines like breaking, skateboarding, surfing, and sports climbing. The games will run until August 11th, with some events kicking off a few days early.
Gagan Narang, India’s Chef de Mission for the 2024 Paris Olympics, has expressed his admiration for the Indian contingent’s unwavering confidence and ambition to win gold. He also commended the increased support provided by the Indian government to athletes, highlighting the unprecedented coordination between different sports organizations.
Spain, the reigning world champions, mounted a comeback to defeat Japan 2-1 in their opening Group C match at the Paris Olympics. Aitana Bonmati played a key role in Spain’s victory, scoring one goal and setting up another. Meanwhile, Canada edged out New Zealand 2-1 in a match overshadowed by a spying scandal involving the Canadian team.
Elena Rybakina, the third seed in the women’s singles, has withdrawn from the Olympic tennis competition. The Kazakh player, who is the former Wimbledon champion, has also pulled out of the mixed doubles, where she was partnered with Alexander Bublik. No reason was given for her decision.
India’s archery teams, both men and women, have made a strong start at the World Archery Championships, securing spots in the quarterfinals. The men’s team finished third in qualification, while the women’s team placed fourth. The mixed team, led by top-seeded archers Bommadevara and Bhakat, also advanced to the Round of 16.
