The Indian contingent is determined to exceed their previous performance at the Tokyo Olympics three years ago, where they won one gold, two silver, and four bronze medals.
As the Olympic Games kick off in Paris on Friday, the 117 Indian athletes taking part in the event are facing a variety of circumstances. Some are shouldering the burden of high expectations, while others are striving to achieve surprising victories. Additionally, a few seasoned competitors are aiming to end their distinguished careers on a positive note.
The nation is eagerly anticipating a better showing compared to the last edition of the Games.
1. PV Sindhu - Badminton
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The accomplished badminton player is striving to achieve her third Olympic medal.
2. Satwik-Chirag - Badminton
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Badminton men's duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty are heading into Paris Olympics 2024 in great form.
3. Nikhat Zareen - Boxing
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After securing a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games and a bronze medal in the Asian Games, boxer Nikhat Zareen is now setting her sights on an Olympic medal.
4. Lovlina Borgohain - Boxing
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Lovelina, the silver medallist at the Asian Games, is determined to elevate her achievement at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics by aiming for a silver or gold medal.
5. Mirabai Chanu - Weightlifting
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Mirabai continues to be one of India's top contenders for a medal, as she secured a silver medal in the previous competition.
6. Vinesh Phogat - Wrestling
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Wrestler Vinesh Phogat is determined to enhance her already impressive collection of medals by securing an Olympic medal.
7. Sift Kaur Samra - Shooting
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Sift Kaur Samra should not be intimidated by her Olympic debut, as she enters Paris with a gold medal from the Asian Games.
8. Neeraj Chopra - Javelin Throw
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India's second individual Olympic gold medalist remains India's top hope for a gold medal in Paris 2024.
9. Men's Hockey Team - Field Hockey
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India brought back memories of their glory days by winning a bronze medal in Tokyo 2020. However, they will have to give it their all and play the tournament of their lives if they want to win gold in Paris.
10. Jyothi Yarraji - Hurdles
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Yarraji, a 24-year-old athlete, has won multiple medals in the 100m hurdles event over the past few years. This makes her a promising contender in the sport.
