Yearender 2024: Landmark Triumphs in Indian Sports
Yearender 2024: Landmark Triumphs in Indian Sports
Paris Olympics 2024
- Record Participation: India sent a record 117 athletes to the Paris Olympics, including 70 men and 47 women across 16 sports disciplines.
- Medals Galore: Indian athletes won six medals, making it the third-best performance ever for India at the Olympics. These medals included historic wins in various disciplines, showcasing the depth and breadth of Indian talent on the global stage.
- Notable Performances: Athletes like Manu Bhaker and Vinesh Phogat delivered standout performances, contributing significantly to India's medal tally.
Paralympics 2024
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Historic Medal Haul: India's Paralympic campaign was its most successful ever, with athletes bagging 29 medals. This achievement was highlighted by several athletes who made their mark in various events.
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Moment of the Year: The Paralympics saw India's greatest single-day performance, with athletes winning eight medals in a single day, a testament to the nation's growing prowess in adaptive sports.
Archery and Shooting
- First Team Medal: India secured its first team medal in shooting at the Olympics, a significant milestone that underscored the country's progress in these precision-based sports.
Chess
- Emerging Talent: In the World Chess Rapid and Blitz Championships, young Indian chess prodigy Arjun Erigaisi made a promising start, hinting at a bright future for Indian chess on the international stage.
Regional Contributions
- Punjab's Role: Out of the 100 Indian athletes at the Paris Olympics, 19 hailed from Punjab, highlighting the state's significant contribution to the national sports scene.
Legacy and Recognition
- Major Dhyan Chand: The year also saw the continued celebration of Major Dhyan Chand's legacy, whose extraordinary achievements on the hockey field have redefined Indian sports on the global stage.