India’s mixed archery team, consisting of Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara, fell short in the bronze medal match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, losing 2-6 to the USA’s Casey Kaufhold and Brady Ellison. Despite a strong showing in the third set, India couldn’t overcome a deficit in the final set, settling for fourth place.
India’s men’s hockey team secured a 3-2 victory over Australia in their final group stage match at the Paris Olympics 2024, securing second place in Pool B. The result sets up a quarterfinal matchup against either Germany or Great Britain, depending on the outcome of their final group stage match.
Britain’s Bryony Page secured her third Olympic medal, claiming gold in the women’s trampoline at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Viyaleta Bardzilouskaya, competing as an individual neutral athlete, took silver, while Sophiane Methot from Canada earned bronze.
Swapnil Kusale, a 28-year-old shooter from Kolhapur, Maharashtra, won India’s third medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics by securing bronze in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event. This marks a significant achievement for the talented athlete who has consistently demonstrated his prowess in the sport.
The 2024 Paris Olympics is showcasing a mix of traditional sporting events and innovative initiatives. While athletes compete for glory in iconic venues like Roland Garros, the Games are also embracing gender equality and sustainable mobility, highlighting a commitment to a more inclusive and environmentally friendly future.
Google has dedicated its August 1st Doodle to the exciting world of surfing, highlighting its inclusion in the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics. The Doodle features vibrant imagery of surfers catching waves, showcasing the athleticism and artistry of the sport.
The Paris 2024 Olympics has unveiled a peculiar pre-event ritual called ‘A Brigadier,’ where a red baton is tapped thrice on the floor, reminiscent of a French theatre tradition. This ritual, performed by prominent athletes like Niccolo Campriani and the Bryan Brothers, aims to signal the start of the competition and has sparked curiosity worldwide.
The men’s triathlon at the Paris 2024 Olympics has been postponed to Wednesday due to high pollution levels in the Seine River. The race was initially scheduled for Tuesday but has been moved to 10:45 AM (14:15 IST) following the women’s event at 8 AM. Organizers had previously expressed confidence that water quality would improve, but readings at some points of the swim course remain above acceptable limits.
Brazilian gymnast Rebeca Andrade took to social media to thank her fans after securing her place in the team finals at the Paris 2024 Olympics. She also qualified for the individual all-around, vault, uneven bars, and floor exercise finals.
China secured the first gold medal of the Paris 2024 Olympics on Saturday, triumphing over the Republic of Korea in the 10m Air Rifle Mixed Team Final. Huang Yuting and Sheng Lihao of China took the lead after a close first round and maintained their advantage throughout the competition. Kazakhstan claimed bronze after defeating Germany.
