Tag: Olympics

Vinesh Phogat appeals to CAS over disqualification from Paris Olympic final

Phogat, who was set to compete against the United States' Sarah Ann Hildebrandt for the gold medal, was disqualified on Wednesday for breaching the weight limit.

August 8, 2024

“You are champion among champions,” PM Narendra Modi consoles Vinesh Phogat after her disqualification ahead of Gold medal bout

In a big blow to India's medal hopes from the wrestling arena, grappler Vinesh Phogat was earlier today disqualified from the 50 kg women's wrestling event.

August 7, 2024

Heartbreak for India, Vinesh Phogat disqualified ahead of Gold medal match at Paris Olympics

A statement issued by the Indian Olympic contingent said that Phogat had tipped the scales above the 50 kg mark and was disqualified.

August 7, 2024

“Happy to get so much love here”: Double Olympic Medalist Manu Bhaker returns home to a hero’s welcome

Bhaker's coach, Jaspal Rana, also accompanied her. Bhaker showed a glimpse of her medals to the fans who welcomed her.

August 7, 2024

Wrestling, Athletics, Table Tennis, Weightlifting – Here’s India’s action-packed schedule for Day 12 of Paris Olympics

The 12th day of the ongoing marquee event will kick start for India with Priyanka and Suraj Panwar in action at the Marathon Race Walk Mixed Relay Final that will start at 11 AM IST.

August 7, 2024

Paris Olympics: India go down fighting against Germany, concede 2-3 loss in semi-final

Harmanpreet Singh (7') and Sukhjeet Singh (36') netted a goal each for India, while Gonzalo Peillat (18'), Christopher Ruehr (27'), and Marco Miltkau (54') found the back of the net for the Germans.

August 7, 2024

Paris Olympics: Lakshya Sen to play for bronze after going down to Viktor Axelsen in semi-finals

In the quarter-finals, the unseeded Lakshya Sen defeated Chinese Taipei's Chou Tien-Chen in a hard-fought three-game encounter.

August 5, 2024

Paris Olympics: India’s Amit Rohidas set to miss semi-final clash against Germany

Amit Rohidas who mans India's defence along with captain Harmanpreet Singh serves a dual role in the team as he is also India's first rusher during the penalty corners.

August 5, 2024

“God is great…”: Djokovic after capturing maiden men’s singles Olympic gold

He also celebrated his moment by holding the Serbian flag in his hand with pride.

August 5, 2024

Paris Olympics: Manu Bhaker suffers heartbreak, finishes fourth in 25m pistol event

Manu came close to becoming the first Indian to win three medals at the Summer Games, however, the 22-year-old missed the chance after finishing in fourth place in the women's 25m pistol shooting event.

August 3, 2024