Paris Paralympics 2024: India’s medal tally after Day 3, August 31

India added one more bronze to its medal tally.

India continued its impressive run at the Paris Paralympics 2024, adding to its medal tally on the third day of competition. The highlight of the day was Rubina Francis’s bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 event, marking India’s fifth medal of the Games.

Rubina, who finished seventh in Tokyo, improved her performance to secure a podium finish this time. Her success adds to India’s growing reputation in Paralympic shooting, following the four medals won on Day 2.

In para badminton, India guaranteed at least one more medal as both Suhas Yathiraj and Sukant Kadam advanced to the semifinals of the men’s singles SL4 event, where they will meet each other for a place in the final. Their progress ensures India will add to its medal count in this discipline.

These achievements build on India’s strong performance from Day 2, which saw Avani Lekhara defend her gold in the 10m rifle event, Mona Agarwal take bronze in the same event, Manish Narwal win silver in 10m pistol, and Preethi Pal make history as India’s first medalist in a Paralympic sprint event.

The para archery events also showed promise but for a brief moment, with Sarita reaching the quarterfinals in her category where she lost. However, the shocking result for India in this category was Sheetal Devi’s defeat in the last 16 stage after a fought fight.

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Number of medals Indian athletes contested on August 31

India contested for two medals on August 31 (Saturday). Rubina Francis won bronze medal in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 events, while Parveen Kumar, who competed in men’s javelin F57 competition, finished eighth with a best attempt of 42.12m.

However, the day brought challenges in other events. In para shooting, Swaroop Unhalkar struggled in the Men’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 Qualification, finishing 15th and missing out on the finals.

The para cycling events proved particularly difficult for Indian athletes. Jyoti Gaderiya finished last in the Women’s 500m Heat, while Arshad Shaikh faced a similar result in the Men’s 1000m Heat. Both cyclists were eliminated from further competition.

Paris Paralympics 2024: Updated India medal tally after August 31 (Day 3)

India continued its strong performance at the Paris Paralympics, with the medal tally now standing at five. Rubina Francis secured a bronze in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol SH1 event, adding to the four medals won on Day 2.

These achievements build on India’s earlier successes, including Avani Lekhara’s gold, Mona Agarwal’s bronze, Manish Narwal’s silver, and Preethi Pal’s historic sprint medal.

What to expect from Indian contingent on Day 4, August 31?

India is set to compete across a wide range of events on Day 4 of the Paris Paralympics 2024. Athletes will participate in diverse disciplines, offering multiple medal opportunities.

The day will kick-off with para badminton singles quarterfinals, followed by para shooting events featuring Avani Lekhara and Sidhartha Babu in the mixed 10m air rifle qualification.

Para cycling finals are scheduled for men’s and women’s time trials, with Jyoti Gaderiya among the notable competitors. Para judo and athletics events will also see Indian participation, including Rakshitha Raju in the 1500m and Ravi Rongali in shot put.

Later, Nishad Kumar and Rampal will vie for medals in the men’s high jump final. The day concludes with para archery, where Rakesh Kumar could potentially compete for gold, and table tennis matches featuring Bhavina Patel and Sonalben Patel.

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