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2024 has been a defining year for Indian sports with monumental victories across cricket, athletics, chess, and para-sports. India’s T20 World Cup triumph, Paris Olympics, and record-breaking feats by para-athletes have set new benchmarks.

Indian sports in 2024: A year of triumphs, milestones, and narrow defeats

2024 has been a transformative year for Indian sports. From cricket to chess, and Olympic to Paralympic achievements, the country has shown that it is poised to become a dominant force in global sports.

2024 was a landmark year for Indian sports, with numerous highs and a few near-misses. This year saw history being written in cricket, athletics, chess, and para-sports.
Several key moments across various events will be etched in the memories of Indian sports fans. Dates like &mdash; June 29, July 30, and December 12 &mdash; will forever symbolize the nation's sporting achievements.
Cricket World Cup Glory: India's Supremacy <img src="https://cdn.editorji.com/67726f58290e7_1735552856.jpg" width="634" height="356"> 
On June 29, 2024, the Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, achieved what had eluded them for over a decade &mdash; the ICC Cricket World Cup.
In a thrilling tournament, India secured their long-awaited T20 World Cup title, ending a run of heartbreaks in the knockout stages of global tournaments. This victory reaffirmed India&rsquo;s position as the most influential nation in cricket.
Despite this triumph, the year also saw a setback on the Test front.
<h4>India's Whitewash to New Zealand</h4>
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In contrast to their World Cup success, India&rsquo;s Test cricket season took a painful turn in November 2024. For the first time in 12 years, India lost a home Test series &mdash; a 0-3 whitewash by New Zealand.
The loss was even more striking as New Zealand was without their star player, Kane Williamson.
While the World Cup victory was a significant high, this defeat served as a reminder that India still needs to focus on consistency across all formats.
<h4>Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli&rsquo;s Retirement</h4>
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After their historic Cricket World Cup victory, both Rohit Sharma and Virat Kohli announced their retirement from T20 international cricket.
The decision marked the end of an era for two of India&rsquo;s most iconic cricketers. Their retirement was a moment of reflection for Indian fans, who had witnessed their unmatched contributions to the T20 format over the years.
Ashwin&rsquo;s Retirement: A Late 2024 Setback
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India&rsquo;s second-highest wicket-taker, Ravichandran Ashwin, announced his retirement from international cricket after the 3rd Test against Australia in the Border-Gavaskar trophy, bringing an end to a remarkable era of spin mastery.
With over 700 international wickets and 6 Test hundreds, Ashwin&rsquo;s legacy as an all-rounder is firmly etched in cricketing folklore.
<h4>India&rsquo;s Historic Olympic Journey in Paris 2024</h4>
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India's Olympic campaign in Paris was filled with triumphs and heartbreaks. The nation secured six medals &mdash; one silver and five bronze &mdash; marking a strong performance.
However, these medals were accompanied by a series of near-misses that kept the nation on the edge of its seat.
<h4>Neeraj Chopra&rsquo;s Silver in Javelin Throw</h4>
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India&rsquo;s star athlete, Neeraj Chopra, secured a silver medal in the men&rsquo;s javelin throw at the 2024 Olympics, solidifying his status as one of India&rsquo;s greatest sports icons.
This silver followed his gold medal in Tokyo 2020, further establishing his dominance on the global stage and inspiring millions of aspiring athletes.
<h4>Men&rsquo;s Hockey: Second Successive Bronze</h4>
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India&rsquo;s men&rsquo;s hockey team made history by securing a second consecutive bronze medal at the Olympic Games, after a narrow loss to Germany.
The team's resilience was evident as they regrouped to defeat Spain 2-1, marking an incredible achievement for the sport in India.
<h4>Manu Bhaker&rsquo;s Redemption in Shooting</h4>
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Manu Bhaker became a key highlight of India&rsquo;s Olympic success, making history by winning multiple medals. After overcoming a tough Tokyo Games, Bhaker clinched the bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, partnering with Sarabjot Singh on July 30.
Her redemption story became one of the most memorable moments in Indian Olympic history.
Wrestling and Other Near-Misses
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India&rsquo;s wrestling contingent, led by Vinesh Phogat, was poised for a gold medal in Paris but was disqualified due to a weight discrepancy, which ended her hopes of a historic win. Other athletes like Lakshya Sen, Mirabai Chanu, and Arjun Babuta came close to medal finishes, with many narrowly missing out on podium finishes.
<h4>2024 Paralympics: India's Historic Performance <img src="https://cdn.editorji.com/677271ad5282a_1735553453.jpg" width="634" height="356"></h4>
India&rsquo;s para-athletes made 2024 a groundbreaking year, bringing home 29 medals, including 7 golds, 9 silvers, and 13 bronzes, marking their most successful Paralympic campaign ever. This stellar performance saw India finish 18th on the overall medal table, with athletes like Avani Lekhara, Sumit Antil, and Mariyappan Thangavelu rising to prominence as national heroes.
Their achievements highlighted the strength and determination of Indian para-athletes, with many setting new records and achieving personal bests on the global stage.
<h4>Chess: A Rising Power in the Game of 64 Squares</h4>
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In December, India continued its dominance in chess with two historic performances. D Gukesh, at just 18, became the youngest-ever FIDE World Chess Champion, surpassing Garry Kasparov's long-held record on December 12. His victory in Singapore not only established him as a future chess superstar but also marked India&rsquo;s growing influence in global chess.
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Additionally, the Indian chess teams, both men&rsquo;s and women&rsquo;s, triumphed at the Chess Olympiad in Budapest, winning gold medals. Individually, Koneru Humpy won the Women's Rapid World Championship title in New York, further solidifying India&rsquo;s chess credentials.
<h4>Para-Sports: A Year of Milestones</h4>
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India's para-sports contingent had a breakthrough year in Paris. With 29 medals, the country finished 18th in the medal standings &mdash; its best-ever finish at the Paralympics. Stars like Avani Lekhara and Sumit Antil clinched multiple gold medals, showcasing India&rsquo;s growing prowess in para-athletics.
Other standout performances came from Mariyappan Thangavelu, Sheetal Devi, Nitesh Kumar, and Praveen Kumar, who added to India's medal tally with inspiring performances.
<h4>India&rsquo;s Success in Other Sports</h4>
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In addition to Olympic and Paralympic achievements, India also excelled in non-Olympic sports. Rohan Bopanna, at 44, won the Australian Open men's doubles title, marking a new peak in Indian tennis.
Another major achievement was in table tennis, where India secured its first-ever medal at the Asian Table Tennis Championships. The women&rsquo;s team, featuring Manika Batra, Sreeja Akula, and Ayhika Mukherjee, clinched a historic bronze in Astana, Kazakhstan.
Sumit Nagal Breaks into Top 100
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In tennis, Sumit Nagal made history by breaking into the ATP Top 100 for the first time in his career. His rise in the rankings marked a significant breakthrough for Indian tennis, signalling the potential for more success on the international stage in the coming years.
<h4>The Road Ahead: A Vision for the Future</h4>
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Looking forward, India&rsquo;s sporting landscape is brighter than ever. The country has made remarkable strides in cricket, chess, Olympic sports, and para-sports. The next milestone is the 2036 Olympic bid, with the formal intent to host the Games a significant step toward a more structured and global sporting presence.
However, systemic improvements are still needed to support athletes and administrators better. The vision for the future hinges on ensuring that India&rsquo;s sporting infrastructure evolves to meet the growing demands of its athletes. Conclusion
2024 has been a transformative year for Indian sports. From cricket to chess, and Olympic to Paralympic achievements, the country has shown that it is poised to become a dominant force in global sports. While challenges remain, India&rsquo;s athletes continue to push boundaries, with a bright future ahead.

India's top sporting honor, the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award, celebrates excellence in sports. Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh, Harmanpreet Singh, and Praveen Kumar are recognized for their outstanding contributions.

Manu Bhaker, D Gukesh to get Khel Ratna award

The 22-year-old Bhaker became independent India's first athlete to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics.

Double Olympic-medallist Manu Bhaker and chess world champion D Gukesh were among four winners of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna award announced by the Sports Ministry, which also named an unprecedented 17 para-athletes in the list of 32 Arjuna awardees to honour their resounding success at the Paris Paralympics.
The other two Khel Ratna winners unveiled by the ministry on Thursday for the year 2024 were men's hockey captain Harmanpreet Singh and para-athlete Praveen Kumar.
The awards will be conferred on the athletes by President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17.
The 22-year-old Bhaker became independent India's first athlete to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics with her bronze-winning show in the 10m air pistol individual and 10m air pistol mixed team events in August.
The announcement comes a few days after reports that Bhaker had been ignored for the Khel Ratna as the award selection committee did not recommend her due to the absence of an application from her.
The shooter later admitted that there may have been a lapse on her part while filing the nomination. Once the procedural issues were sorted, there was never any doubt that Bhaker would be among the awardees.
In the same Paris Games, Hamranpreet led the Indian hockey team to its second consecutive bronze medal.
The 18-year-old Gukesh, on the other hand, became the youngest-ever World champion while also helping the Indian team win a historic gold in the Chess Olympiad last year.
The fourth recipient, para high-jumper Praveen, was crowned the T64 champion in the Paris Paralympics. The T64 classification is for athletes who have one or both legs missing below the knee and rely on a prosthetic leg for running.
The Khel ratna awardees receive a cash prize of Rs 25 lakh along with a citation and a medallion. The Arjuna awardees are given Rs 15 lakh as cash reward, a statuette of Arjuna and a citation.
&nbsp;
 Arjuna for Paris medallists
The athletes selected for this year's Arjuna award include Paris Olympics bronze medal-winning lot of wrestler Aman Sehrawat, shooters Swapnil Kusale and Sarabjot Singh and the men's hockey team players Jarmanpreet Singh, Sukhjeet Singh, Sanjay and Abhishek.
The para-athletes outnumber the able-bodied ones in the list of Arjuna winners this time due to the magnificent Paris showing in which they returned with 29 medals, including seven gold and nine silver.
The official list also includes sprinter Jyothi Yarraji, javelin thrower Annu Rani, women's hockey team captain Salima Tete, world champion boxers Nitu Ghangas and Saweety, veteran swimmer Sajan Prakash, Olympiad gold-winning chess player Vantika Agrawal and squash star Abhay Singh.
Among the para athletes, Paris Paralympics gold-medallists Dharambir (club throw), Navdeep Singh (javelin throw) and Nitesh Kumar (para badminton) are the prominent names in the record number of Arjuna winners.
Paris Olympics bronze-winning para-archer Rakesh Kumar, para-shooters Mona Agarwal and Rubina Francis also feature in the list among others.
The ministry also cleared three coaches for Dronacharya award in the regular category, including Olympic bronze-medallist Swapnil Kusale's coach Deepali Deshpande.
The Dronacharya award in the lifetime category will be conferred on former India football manager Armando Colaco and badminton coach S Muralidharan.
The award is given to coaches to honour their outstanding work and for enabling athletes to achieve excellence in their chosen sport in top international competitions.
&nbsp;
 Murlikant Petkar gets Lifetime Arjuna
India's first Paralympic gold-medallist Mulikant Petkar, who won the top honours in the 50m freestyle swimming event of the 1972 Heidelberg Paralympics, was named for the Arjuna Awards (Lifetime).
An Army man, Petkar's inspiring tale of resurrecting himself as a para-athlete after being disabled due to bullet wounds sustained during the 1965 India-Pakistan war, was recently turned into a biopic, 'Chandu Champion', starring Kartik Aaryan.

Manu Bhaker ditched athleisure and casuals and instead opted for the six yards of elegance for her TV appearance on KBC 16.

Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker opts for ₹58k saree for KBC 16 appearance, leaves netizens stunned

<h2>Manu Bhaker ditched athleisure and casuals and instead opted for the six yards of elegance for her TV appearance on KBC 16.</h2>

Kaun Banega Crorepati (KBC) is back on Television and recently Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker graced the show alongside Aman Sehrawat. Manu Bhaker recently made the nation proud at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
After winning accolades at the event, Manu ditched athleisure and casuals and instead opted for the six yards of elegance for her TV appearance. Here is an outbreak of her look.
<h3>Manu Bhaker picks gorgeous saree for KBC appearance</h3>
If you are looking for a simple ethnic attire, Manu's floral saree is perfect. Her saree featured layered frills and flounce, creating a flowy, ethereal look. She teamed the gorgeous saree with an elegant sleeveless printed blouse which featured golden detailing.
You can get your hands on Manu's outfit from the designer brand Gopi Vaid for ₹58,500.
The athlete completed her look with a pair of diamond stud earrings and a golden wristwatch. Her makeup was flawless and she added mascara-coated lashes, blushed cheeks, a dewy base, luminous highlighter to amp up her desi style!
<h3>More about Manu Bhaker</h3>
Manu Bhaker is an Indian sport shooter and Olympic medalist who achieved significant success at the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris. She won two bronze medals, one of which was in the women's 10-meter air pistol event, making her the first Indian female shooter to earn an Olympic medal. 
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Manu Bhaker has etched her name in history by winning multiple medals at the Paris Olympics 2024. She clinched bronze medals in both women's 10m air pistol and in 10m air pistol mixed team event with Sarabjot Singh.

Manu Bhaker: India's Shooting Queen Shines with Multiple Olympic Medals at Paris 2024 Olympics

Manu Bhaker, crowned as India's Shooting Queen, has etched her name in history by winning multiple medals at the Paris Olympics 2024. She clinched bronze medals in both women's 10m air pistol and in 10m air pistol mixed team event with Sarabjot Singh.&nbsp;

A historic milestone for Indian sports has been achieved.At just 22 years old, Manu Bhaker has etched her name in Indian sporting history, creating a legacy that will be remembered forever.
Manu Bhaker has become the first Indian ever to win multiple medals at a single edition of the Olympics, a feat unparalleled in the nation's history. Adding to her bronze medal in the women's 10m air pistol event, she made history once again by clinching a second bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, alongside compatriot Sarabjot Singh.
With this achievement, Manu joins the elite club of Indian athletes, becoming only the third Indian, after Sushil Kumar and PV Sindhu, to win two Olympic medals in a non-Hockey event. She's also the first Indian shooter to win multiple Olympic medals.
Her journey to this incredible moment was not without its challenges. A pistol malfunction during the qualifications at the Tokyo Olympics in 2020 had left her in tears. But now, at the Paris Games, those tears have turned into triumphant smiles.
Manu Bhaker's unwavering focus and determination never faltered. She proved herself to be a stellar team player, delivering under pressure. Even when Sarabjot's performance wavered, Manu's exceptional shooting ensured India's victory over South Korea, securing the bronze with a score of 16-10.
This historic achievement cements her place in India's sporting history as the first Indian to win multiple medals in a single Olympics. But Manu's journey might not be over yet. She still has the women's 25m pistol event to compete in, and given her current form, there's a strong possibility she could leave Paris with three medals. This would mark a glorious redemption after the heartbreak of Tokyo 2020.

Bhaker shot a total of 215.1 to finish third in the women's 10m air pistol final behind Bres Klaudia of Poland and Ibarra Miranda Andrea Victoria of Mexico, who claimed the gold and silver respectively.

Manu Bhaker wins bronze in 10m air pistol event in Grenada World Cup

<h2 class="jsx-eb0473ee7400beee short_discription">Bhaker shot a total of 215.1 to finish third in the women's 10m air pistol final behind Bres Klaudia of Poland and Ibarra Miranda Andrea Victoria of Mexico, who claimed the gold and silver respectively.</h2>

Ace Indian shooter Manu Bhaker on Friday bagged a bronze medal in the women's 10m air pistol event in the ISSF World Cup 10m in Grenada, Spain.
Bhaker shot a total of 215.1 to finish third in the women's 10m air pistol final. Bres Klaudia (236.2) of Poland and Ibarra Miranda Andrea Victoria (236.2) of Mexico won the gold and silver respectively.
Another Indian Rhythm Sangwan finished last in the eight-woman final.
A 34-member Indian contingent is taking part in the World Cup which is having junior and senior 10m air gun competitions only.
The senior competitions began on Friday.
India has so far won 4 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze in the competition.
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The 18-year-old shooter ended with 34 points, 4 beind the winner. Meanwhile, Manu was eliminated with a 5th spot finish.

Asian Games 2023: Esha Singh secures silver in Women’s 25m Pistol Individual event

The nation pinned its hopes on Manu Bhaker for a gold in women's 25m Pistol individual event but Esha Singh surprised with a silver instead.

The 18-year-old shooter ended with 34 points, 4 beind the winner. Meanwhile, Manu was eliminated with a 5th spot finish.

The nation pinned its hopes on Manu Bhaker for a gold in women's 25m Pistol individual event but Esha Singh surprised with a silver instead.
The 18-year-old shooter ended with 34 points, 4 behind the winner. Meanwhile, Manu was eliminated with a 5th spot finish.
Earlier, Manu Bhaker and Esha Singh along with Rhythm Sangwan won gold in the women&rsquo;s 25m pistol team event with a score of 1759.

The reunion of Jaspal Rana & Manu Bhaker comes nearly two years after their widely publicised split, which dominated headlines leading up to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.

Jaspal Rana returns as ace shooter Manu Bhaker's coach 2 years after highly-publicised split

The reunion of Jaspal Rana & Manu Bhaker comes nearly two years after their widely publicised split, which dominated headlines leading up to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.

#JaspalRana #ManuBhaker #AsianGames2023

The reunion of Jaspal Rana &amp; Manu Bhaker comes nearly two years after their widely publicised split, which dominated headlines leading up to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.

Jaspal Rana, a legendary pistol marksman and winner of multiple gold medals at the Asian Games, has officially confirmed his return as the coach of renowned Indian shooter Manu Bhaker. This reunion comes nearly two years after their highly publicised split, which dominated headlines for days.
Manu, who has secured numerous gold medals at World Cups, a silver medal at the World Championships, and emerged as the champion at the 2018 Commonwealth Games, had previously severed ties with Rana due to reported irreconcilable differences leading up to the Tokyo Olympics in 2021.
The split between Manu and Rana was widely regarded as a key factor contributing to her disappointing performance in Tokyo, where she also faced the setback of a pistol malfunction that left her on the verge of tears.
Confirming the news to PTI, Jaspal Rana stated, "Yes, I will be pairing (up) with Manu Bhakar and (will) train her. It's confirmed. It's between me and Manu, I don't need any permission from anyone for that. I will be coaching just Manu and not the entire Indian pistol team. I'll be her personal coach"
Regarding the reconciliation, Rana attributed the initiative to Manu, highlighting that the decision to reunite was made solely between the two of them, without any involvement from external parties.
"I think the credit goes to her. It (the talk was) between me and Manu, nobody else was involved in us deciding (to pair up again)," Rana stated. Prior to the Tokyo Olympic Games, Rana held the position of the junior national coach.
Rana made it clear to Manu that their renewed partnership would be a fresh start, leaving behind any bitterness from the past.
"I told her very clearly that what had happened in the past had happened and I don't give a damn about it. What is done is done, the damage is done. But now there will be a mutual understanding and there will be no talk about the past. We'll just talk about shooting and the professional way of doing things," Rana affirmed.
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(With PTI inputs)

Manu&nbsp;Bhaker was being looked up to as one of the major medal prospects for India at the Tokyo Olympics, but she failed to make it to the final of the Women's&nbsp;10m Air Pistol. Not because of a poor performance but due to a gun breakdown in the qualification round.&nbsp;
The circuit malfunction in the middle of the second series meant that Manu&nbsp;had to go to the test tent with the coach and a member of the jury to get it replaced. Sadly, she lost crucial time and finished at the 12th spot with 575 points.
Yashaswini Deswal&nbsp;too failed to qualify for the finals and ended up at&nbsp; the 13th spot with 574 points.
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Tokyo olympics 2020: How a gun breakdown stopped Manu Bhaker from making it to 10m Air Pistol final

Circuit malfunction in the qualification round&nbsp;meant that Manu&nbsp;Bhaker had to go to the test tent to get the gun replaced and lost crucial time.

Manu&nbsp;Bhaker was being looked up to as one of the major medal prospects for India at the Tokyo Olympics, but she failed to make it to the final of the Women's&nbsp;10m Air Pistol. Not because of a poor performance but due to a gun breakdown in the qualification round.&nbsp;
The circuit malfunction in the middle of the second series meant that Manu&nbsp;had to go to the test tent with the coach and a member of the jury to get it replaced. Sadly, she lost huge time and finished at the 12th spot with 575 points.
Yashaswini Deswal&nbsp;too failed to qualify for the finals and ended up at&nbsp; the 13th spot with 574 points.

<ul>
<li>Manu&nbsp;Bhaker&nbsp;failed to make it to the final of the Women's&nbsp;10m Air Pistol</li>
<li>Manu&nbsp;lost crucial&nbsp;time due to a circuit malfunction in qualification round</li>
</ul>

Manu&nbsp;Bhaker was being looked up to as one of the major medal prospects for India at the Tokyo Olympics, but she failed to make it to the final of the Women's&nbsp;10m Air Pistol. Not because of a poor performance but due to a gun breakdown in the qualification round.&nbsp;
The circuit malfunction in the middle of the second series meant that Manu&nbsp;had to go to the test tent with the coach and a member of the jury to get it replaced. Sadly, she lost crucial time and finished at the 12th spot with 575 points.
Yashaswini Deswal&nbsp;too failed to qualify for the finals and ended up at&nbsp; the 13th spot with 574 points.
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Among India&rsquo;s major medal prospects to secure the Olympic Gold is Manu Bhaker. The 19-year-old who is set to represent India in 10m Air Pistol, 25m sports pistol and 10 m Air pistol mixed team at Tokyo, will only be the 2nd&nbsp;Indian to participate in 3 events at Olympics after Gagan Narang.
With her sheer grit, the Indian shooting star has risen through the ranks in the last 3 years. She first rose to prominence in her teenage days, when she, at the age of 16, became the youngest Indian to win a Gold medal at the World Cup in 2018.
At the age of 19, Bhaker has already won 9 World Cup gold medals. She also excelled at the 2018 Commonwealth Games where she claimed the gold and in the same year, Bhaker delivered a record-shattering qualifying score of 593 in 25 m pistol in the Asian Games.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Bhaker, who is ranked 2nd&nbsp;worldwide, is touted to bring home a gold in the 10m air pistol and mixed team events. If that happens, she will become the first to win an Olympic gold from India since Abhinav Bindra.
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Tokyo Olympics 2020: Manu Bhaker eyeing to repeat Bindra's golden feat

India's gold medal hopes at the Tokyo Olympics largely rest on the young shoulders&nbsp;of Manu&nbsp;Bhaker, who will represent the nation in 3 shooting events in Tokyo.

Among India&rsquo;s major medal prospects to secure the Olympic Gold is Manu Bhaker. The 19-year-old who is set to represent India in 10m Air Pistol, 25m sports pistol and 10 m Air pistol mixed team at Tokyo, will only be the 2nd&nbsp;Indian to participate in 3 events at Olympics after Gagan Narang.
With her sheer grit, the Indian shooting star has risen through the ranks in the last 3 years. She first rose to prominence in her teenage days, when she, at the age of 16, became the youngest Indian to win a Gold medal at the World Cup in 2018.
At the age of 19, Bhaker has already won 9 World Cup gold medals. She also excelled at the 2018 Commonwealth Games where she claimed the Gold and in the same year, Bhaker delivered a record-shattering qualifying score of 593 in 25 m pistol in the Asian Games.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Bhaker, who is ranked 2nd&nbsp;worldwide, is touted to bring home a gold in the 10m air pistol and mixed team events. If that happens, she will become the first to win an Olympic gold from India since Abhinav Bindra.

<ul>
<li>Manu Bhaker to represent India in 3 shooting events in Tokyo</li>
<li>Manu Bhaker:&nbsp;youngest Indian to win a World Cup gold medal</li>
<li>At the age of 19, Bhaker has already won 9 World Cup gold medals</li>
</ul>

Among India&rsquo;s major medal prospects to secure the Olympic Gold is Manu Bhaker. The 19-year-old who is set to represent India in 10m Air Pistol, 25m sports pistol and 10 m Air pistol mixed team at Tokyo, will only be the 2nd&nbsp;Indian to participate in 3 events at Olympics after Gagan Narang.
With her sheer grit, the Indian shooting star has risen through the ranks in the last 3 years. She first rose to prominence in her teenage days, when she, at the age of 16, became the youngest Indian to win a Gold medal at the World Cup in 2018.
At the age of 19, Bhaker has already won 9 World Cup gold medals. She also excelled at the 2018 Commonwealth Games where she claimed the gold and in the same year, Bhaker delivered a record-shattering qualifying score of 593 in 25 m pistol in the Asian Games.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Bhaker, who is ranked 2nd&nbsp;worldwide, is touted to bring home a gold in the 10m air pistol and mixed team events. If that happens, she will become the first to win an Olympic gold from India since Abhinav Bindra.
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Will the Tokyo Games be India's most successful Olympics? Who can win medals for India in Tokyo? Vikram Chandra &amp; Yash Chawla speak with Senior Sports Journalist &amp; Deputy Editor, The Hindu Rakesh Rao. Gracenote, an organisation that specialises in Sports Data predicts 17 medals for India in Tokyo including 4 Golds. Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat are expected to win a gold each in their respective categories whereas rifle-shooter Elavenil Valarivan is also expected to shoot a gold. Wrestlers, Shooters &amp; Boxers are expected to dominate India's medal haul at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Games. With Olympics starting in a week, we analyse our list of medal hopefuls.

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Will the Tokyo Games be India's most successful Olympics? Who can win medals for India&nbsp;in Tokyo? Vikram Chandra &amp; Yash Chawla speak with senior sports journalist &amp; Deputy Editor, The Hindu Rakesh Rao&nbsp;to analyse our list of medal hopefuls at Tokyo Olympics 2020
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Will the Tokyo Games be India's most successful Olympics? Who can win medals for India in Tokyo? Vikram Chandra &amp; Yash Chawla speak with Senior Sports Journalist &amp; Deputy Editor, The Hindu Rakesh Rao. Gracenote, an organisation that specialises in Sports Data predicts 17 medals for India in Tokyo including 4 Golds. Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat are expected to win a gold each in their respective categories whereas rifle-shooter Elavenil Valarivan is also expected to shoot a gold. Wrestlers, Shooters &amp; Boxers are expected to dominate India's medal haul at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Games. With Olympics starting in a week, we analyse our list of medal hopefuls.

Who can win medals for India at the Tokyo Olympics? Vikram Chandra &amp; Yash Chawla speak with senior sports journalist&nbsp;Rakesh Rao&nbsp;

Will the Tokyo Games be India's most successful Olympics? Who can win medals for India in Tokyo? Vikram Chandra &amp; Yash Chawla speak with Senior Sports Journalist &amp; Deputy Editor, The Hindu Rakesh Rao. Gracenote, an organisation that specialises in Sports Data predicts 17 medals for India in Tokyo including 4 Golds. Wrestlers Bajrang Punia and Vinesh Phogat are expected to win a gold each in their respective categories whereas rifle-shooter Elavenil Valarivan is also expected to shoot a gold. Also Read: <a href="https://www.editorji.com/story/tokyo-olympics-pm-modi-s-pep-talk-with-team-india-1626187305598" target="_blank">Tokyo Olympics: PM Modi's pep talk with Team India</a>
Wrestlers, Shooters &amp; Boxers are expected to dominate India's medal haul at the 2020 Tokyo Summer Games. With Olympics starting in a week, we analyse our list of medal hopefuls.

19-year-old Indian shooter and Olympic medal hope, Manu&nbsp;Bhaker&nbsp;is juggling shooting and studies.&nbsp;A day before the Tokyo-bound Indian&nbsp;shooting contingent hits the range for its first training session in Croatia, Manu&nbsp;will be writing her BA 4th semester&nbsp;exams.
A student of political science in the Delhi University's&nbsp;Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Manu's&nbsp;exams start on May 18, while the European Championships begin 2 days later.
To her relief though, her exams are not clashing with the dates of her events.

Manu Bhaker to write BA exams while shooting in European C'ships

19-year-old Indian shooter and Olympic medal hope, Manu&nbsp;Bhaker&nbsp;is juggling shooting and studies. Will write BA exams while shooting in European Championships

19-year-old Indian shooter and Olympic medal hope, Manu&nbsp;Bhaker&nbsp;is juggling shooting and studies.&nbsp;A day before the Tokyo-bound Indian&nbsp;shooting contingent hits the range for its first training session in Croatia, Manu&nbsp;will be writing her BA 4th semester&nbsp;exams.
A student of political science in the Delhi University's&nbsp;Lady Shri Ram College for Women, Manu's&nbsp;exams start on May 18, while the European Championships begin 2 days later.
To her relief though, her exams are not clashing with the dates of her events.

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