Tag: Paris Olympics

“Today was Pakistan’s day, but we won silver”: Neeraj Chopra’s father on his son’s Paris Olympics performance

Neeraj delivered his season-best attempt of 89.45m, but it wasn't close to Arshad's humongous throw of 92.97 meters. 

August 9, 2024

Neeraj Chopra wins silver in men’s javelin at Paris Olympics, falls short of gold

Chopra's best throw came on his second attempt, but he struggled with four consecutive foul throws, which prevented him from winning gold.

August 9, 2024

Dharmendra calls Vinesh Phogat “brave adventurous daughter” following her retirement

Phogat had advanced to the gold medal bout by defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

After opposition uproar in RS over Vinesh disqualification, Chairman Dhankar calls floor leaders meeting

"The whole country is hopeful that she will rise again and fight. But why is the Government of India silent?" Congress MP Surjewala said.

August 8, 2024

Neeraj Chopra aims to make it two-in-two with historic gold medal in Paris Olympics

The final will be played on Thursday at 11:55 pm IST. He successfully breached the qualification mark of 84.00 m.

August 8, 2024

“Vinesh Phogat is champion for us:” CM Saini says Haryana will felicitate her like medalist

Vinesh had entered the Gold Medal bout after beating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification

Phogat had advanced to the gold medal bout by defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

“Tried my best but missed out on a medal”: Mirabai Chanu after finishing fourth in women’s 49kg weightlifting at Paris Olympics

Chanu narrowly missed out on a medal, securing fourth place with a combined total of 199kg.

August 8, 2024

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