Manu Bhaker made history by clinching a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol event at the Paris Olympics 2024. This landmark victory makes her the first Indian woman shooter to secure an Olympic medal. Bhaker’s performance was a stunning comeback after her disappointment at the Tokyo Olympics three years ago, where a pistol malfunction ended her hopes.
Competing at the National Shooting Centre in Chateauroux, Bhaker displayed exceptional resilience and skill. Her bronze medal places India in the joint 18th position in the overall standings, alongside South Africa, Hungary, and Spain. This victory underscores her dedication and hard work over the past three years and is expected to inspire future generations of Indian shooters.
Bhaker’s journey from a broken 19-year-old in Tokyo to an Olympic medalist in Paris is truly inspiring. Her success highlights the importance of perseverance and determination in sports. Bhaker’s historic win has set a new benchmark for Indian shooters and promises to motivate future athletes to aim higher and work harder.
Source: Times of India
