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India's second day at the Paris Olympics was a mixed bag of results, showcasing both triumphs and disappointments across various sporting disciplines. The highlight of the day was undoubtedly Manu Bhaker's bronze medal win in the women's 10m air pistol event. This achievement marked a significant moment for Indian shooting, as Bhaker became the first Indian woman to claim an Olympic medal in this category. Her victory was particularly poignant given her previous heartbreak in Tokyo where a malfunctioning gun hindered her performance. Bhaker's redemption story serves as a testament to her resilience and unwavering spirit.
While Bhaker shone on the shooting range, India's women's archery team suffered a disappointing loss in the quarterfinals, falling to the Netherlands with a score of 0-6. The men's team, however, remains hopeful of securing a medal, aiming to advance to the medal round. Beyond shooting and archery, other Indian athletes demonstrated their strength and skill across various sports.
In table tennis, Manika Batra secured a comfortable win in her opening match, advancing to the women's singles round of 32. However, Sharath Kamal faced an early exit from the men's singles competition after losing to lower-ranked Deni Kozul of Slovenia. Meanwhile, PV Sindhu began her badminton campaign with a decisive victory over Maldives' Razzaq in the women's singles first round. India's boxing contingent also showcased their prowess with Nikhat Zareen, the two-time world champion, making her Olympic debut with a dominant win over Maxi Kloetzer of Germany. Zareen, widely considered India's best pugilist, aims to become the first Indian boxer to win either a gold or a silver medal at the Olympics.
India's journey at the Paris Olympics is far from over. The country's athletes are determined to make their mark on the global stage, with the hope of bringing home more medals and achieving significant milestones in their respective sports.
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