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Day 3 of the Paris Olympics 2024 holds high stakes for India, with several athletes aiming to add to the nation's medal tally. The day's highlights will center around the shooting events, where Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta, fresh off their impressive qualifying performances, will compete in the 10m Air Rifle Women's and Men's Finals, respectively.
Jindal, who finished fifth in the qualification round, will be looking to capitalize on her recent success and secure a medal. Babuta, who secured a spot in the final after a strong seventh-place finish, will be aiming to replicate his performance and bring home another medal for India. The pressure will be on these two shooters, who have the potential to contribute significantly to India's medal count.
Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker, who made history by becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in shooting, will be back in action in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team Qualification. Partnered with Sarabjot Singh, who narrowly missed out on the individual final, Bhaker will aim to continue her success and secure a spot in the final. The other Indian pair in the event will be Rhythm Sangwan and Arjun Singh Cheema.
Beyond shooting, India's hockey team will be facing Argentina in their Pool B match, hoping to build upon their group-stage opener against New Zealand. Paddler Sreeja Akula will also be vying for a spot in the round of 16 in the women's singles table tennis. The day will also see action in badminton and archery, with Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty competing in men's doubles, Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto in women's doubles, and Lakshya Sen in men's singles. The archery team of Tarundeep Rai, Dhiraj Bommadevara, and Pravin Jadhav will compete in the men's team quarterfinals.
Day 3 promises to be a day of intense competition for Indian athletes, with multiple opportunities for the nation to showcase its prowess on the world stage. The anticipation is high as the nation awaits with bated breath for news of more medals and successful performances. The day's events will provide a critical test of India's Olympic aspirations and offer a glimpse into its potential for future glory.