Fiona Nanna, ForeMedia News

6 minutes read. Updated 10:16PM GMT Thurs, 1August, 2024

Day 6 of the Paris Olympics 2024 saw Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale shine with a bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions final. Kusale’s remarkable performance brought India’s medal tally to three, following Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh’s earlier shooting bronze. Despite Kusale’s success, Indian athletes faced significant hurdles across other events, highlighting both the highs and lows of Olympic competition.

Key Highlights of Day 6:

Shooting Success and Challenges
Swapnil Kusale’s victory in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions final was a standout moment for India. The shooter’s exceptional skill and perseverance earned him a well-deserved bronze. However, the day was marred by mixed results in shooting. Anjum Moudgil and Sift Kaur Samra fell short in the women’s 50m rifle 3 positions qualification, while Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar’s elimination in the qualification round added to the disappointment.

Badminton and Upcoming Clashes
In badminton, the Indian duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty faced a formidable challenge in the round of 16, ultimately losing to Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik. Meanwhile, HS Prannoy and Lakshya Sen, both Indian players, are set for a thrilling clash in the men’s singles round of 16, ensuring continued interest in badminton. The women’s 50m rifle qualification will also feature Indian shooters Sift Kaur Samra and Anjum Moudgil later in the day.

Athletics and Archery Disappointments
The Indian athletics contingent struggled, with Akshdeep, Vikash, and Paramjeet failing to impress in the men’s 20km race walk final. In archery, Pravin Jadhav’s loss in the men’s individual round of 32 was a setback for Indian fans.

Boxing and Hockey Setbacks
In boxing, Nikhat Zareen was defeated by China’s Wu Yu in the women’s 50kg round of 16, while the Indian men’s hockey team fell short against Belgium, losing 1-2.

Upcoming Events and Fixtures
As Day 6 progresses, sailor Vishnu Saravanan will participate in Race 1 of the men’s dinghy. Post 7:00 PM IST, Nethra Kumanan will also be in action, followed by PV Sindhu’s round of 16 clash in badminton.

Day 5 Recap
Day 5 featured intense competition across multiple sports. PV Sindhu, Lakshya Sen, and HS Prannoy advanced in badminton, while India experienced a mix of successes and heartbreaks in table tennis, shooting, boxing, and archery. Key performances included Lovlina Borgohain’s and Nishant Dev’s victories in boxing, and Deepika Kumari’s advancement in archery, although Tarundeep Rai did not fare as well.

Results Summary:

  • Badminton: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty lost to Malaysia’s Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik. Lakshya Sen defeated HS Prannoy to advance to the quarterfinals.
  • Athletics: Vikash placed 30th, Paramjeet 37th, and Akshdeep did not finish in the men’s 20km race walk. Priyanka Goswami finished 41st in the women’s event.
  • Shooting: Swapnil Kusale won bronze. Anjum Moudgil and Sift Kaur Samra did not advance.
  • Archery: Pravin Jadhav lost in the round of 32.
  • Boxing: Nikhat Zareen was defeated in the round of 16.
  • Hockey: India lost 1-2 to Belgium.

Key Events to Watch on Day 6:

  • Golf: Men’s Individual Finals featuring Gaganjeet Bhullar and Shubhankar Sharma at 12:30 PM.
  • Badminton: PV Sindhu’s women’s singles round of 16 match post 10 PM.
  • Sailing: Vishnu Saravanan and Nethra Kumanan in dinghy races, PV Sindhu’s badminton clash later in the day.

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