Indian shooters Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh etched their names in Olympic history by securing the bronze medal in the 10m air pistol mixed team event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This remarkable victory marks India’s sixth Olympic medal in shooting and the first-ever in a shooting team event.
A Double Triumph
Manu Bhaker’s journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. After becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in shooting, she continued her stellar performance alongside Sarabjot Singh. Together, they defeated the Republic of Korea’s Oh Ye Jin and Wonho Lee with a score of 16-10 in the bronze medal match.
The Intense Battle
Manu Bhaker’s precision and Sarabjot Singh’s resilience were on full display. Despite a strong start, the South Korean duo fought back, narrowing the gap. However, a clutch performance by Sarabjot Singh sealed the deal, confirming India’s second medal at Paris 2024.