Paris Olympics 2024: India’s medal tally after Day 6, 1 August

By Ajay Gandhar

Ajay Gandhar has been part of Khel Now since 2023 and has covered almost every Olympic sport, but Badminton, Tennis, Football, and Track and Field have his heart.

Published at :August 1, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Modified at :August 1, 2024 at 9:51 PM

Paris Olympics 2024: India’s medal tally after Day 6, 1 August

India added one more bronze to its tally on Day 6 of Paris Olympics.

Day 6 of the Paris Olympics 2024 brought mixed results for India, with both triumphs and setbacks across various sports. The nation celebrated its third medal of these Games as Swapnil Kusale secured a bronze in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event. In badminton, rising star Lakshya Sen advanced to the quarter-finals with a convincing win over compatriot HS Prannoy.

However, India faced disappointments in other events. The men’s hockey team suffered their first loss in the tournament against defending champions Belgium. In boxing, world champion Nikhat Zareen’s Olympic journey came to an end in the round of 16. The archery and shooting competitions also saw early exits for Indian athletes.

Number of medals Indian athletes contested on August 1

On August 1, Indian athletes contested for only one medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, which they successfully won. Swapnil Kusale secured a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event, marking India’s first medal of these Games.

Kusale’s achievement in this complex shooting discipline, which involves firing from three different positions – standing, kneeling, and prone – brings pride to India.

Paris Olympics 2024: Updated Indian medal tally after 1st August

Swapnil Kusale added to India’s medal tally by winning bronze in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions event.

Earlier in the Games, Manu Bhaker, who made history by winning India’s first medal at the Paris Olympics 2024, went from strength to strength adding another medal for India, making her as the first Indian to achieve two Olympic medals in Independent India.

India’s updated medal tally after Day 6, August 1

What to expect from Indian contingent on Day 7,1 August ?

In shooting, Manu Bhaker returns to compete in the women’s 25m pistol event. Having already won a bronze medal, she’ll aim for another strong performance. Anantjeet Singh Naruka will also start his campaign in men’s skeet shooting.

The men’s hockey team faces a tough challenge against Australia in their final group match.

In archery, Dhiraj Bommadevara and Ankita Bhakat will team up in the mixed event, hoping to advance further in the competition.

India also has participants in golf, judo, and athletics events. Shubhankar Sharma and Gaganjeet Bhullar continue their golf tournament, while Tulika Mann competes in judo.

In athletics, Tajinderpal Singh Toor will try to qualify in shot put, and two Indian runners will race in the women’s 5000m.

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Ajay Gandhar

Ajay Gandhar has been part of Khel Now since 2023 and has expertise across a wide range of Olympic sports. While his coverage spans the Olympic spectrum, he is passionate about Badminton, Tennis, Football, and Track and Field. Beyond his primary focus areas, Ajay is also an avid kabaddi enthusiast and closely follows the sport.