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Manu Bhaker shushes social media trolls towards display of two Olympic medals, says… | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Indian shooting sensation Manu Bhaker, double bronze medallist at the Paris 2024 Olympics, recently addressed online criticism regarding her public appearances with her medals. Bhaker clarified her intentions and emphasized that showcasing her achievements is a way of sharing her inspiring journey and honouring the nation she represents.Bhaker made history in Paris by becoming the first Indian athlete to secure two medals in a single Olympic Games. Her bronze medals in the women's 10m air pistol and the mixed team event were instrumental in India's impressive medal haul, with Bhaker securing two of the nation's six medals. Her victory in the women's 10m air pistol marked India's first medal of the Games, setting a triumphant tone for the Indian contingent.Despite her historic ac...

10Sep

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‘I hadn’t got the recognition until Olympic medal,’ says MC Mary Kom at TOI Dialogues Uttarakhand | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: At the second edition of TOI Dialogues in Uttarakhand, Olympic medallist and boxing legend Mary Kom shared personal reflections on her journey to success and the challenges she faced. She spoke about how recognition eluded her until she clinched bronze in the London 2012 Olympic Games, despite being a world champion multiple times."After giving birth, I became a world champion again.Even though boxing was not included in the Olympic Games initially, I became a champion multiple times. I hadn't got the recognition until Olympic medal. Finally, women's boxing was included in the Olympic Games, and I have all the medals in my hand because of your love and support," Mary Kom, now 41, said during the event on Tuesday.Reflecting on her struggles, Mary emphasized the resilience require...

10Sep

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‘Given a choice, we will…’: FIH chief makes a big statement on India-Pakistan hockey rivalry | Hockey News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: The International Hockey Federation (FIH) is keen to see the revival of bilateral hockey matches between India and Pakistan, according to FIH president Tayyab Ikram. He emphasized that such a series would be beneficial for both countries and the sport globally. “For us, given a choice, we want to start tomorrow with a bilateral hockey series between India and Pakistan.It is good for both India and Pakistan, and world hockey," Ikram told PTI in an exclusive interview.The last bilateral hockey series between the two neighbors was held in 2006, with Pakistan emerging victorious. Since then, the teams have only competed in international events due to political tensions.Ikram highlighted the challenges faced by Pakistan’s hockey team, pointing out that financial resources are crucial...

2Sep

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‘Target for me is…’: Double Olympic medalist Manu Bhaker reveals her next goal – Watch | More sports News – Times of India

NEW DELHI: Ace Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, who became the first Indian post Independence to win two medals in a single Olympic Games, is currently on a break from shooting. Manu, who claimed a bronze in the women's 10m air pistol event to become the first woman shooter from India to win an Olympic medal, was part of an interactive session 'Beyond the Trigger: Harnessing Mental Toughness for Success in Any Field' at the Economic Times' World Leaders Forum 2024 (ETWLF 2024) held on Saturday.During the session, Manu answered all the questions gracefully with ease.Manu was first asked what's going on in her mind in terms of where she goes further from here and what the future holds for her after the high of winning two Olympic medals.Thanking the audience for a warm welcome, Manu said, "For me...

1Sep

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Paris Paralympics 2024: Preethi Pal Becomes Twin Bronze Medalist; India’s Tally Rises To 6

Preethi Pal Wins Bronze Medal: Indian Para athlete Preethi Pal made India's Day 4 at Paris Paralympics 2024 memorable, as she has now won a Bronze medal in the Women's 200m - T35 Final. With that, Preethi Pal has won her second medal at the ongoing Games (with her winning a Bronze medal in the Women's 100m - T35 Final as well). With the win, India's medal tally at Paralympic Games 2024 now rises to 6, and the win marks India's second medal from Para Athletics (both came via Preethi Pal), as rest of the four medals came in the Para Shooting event. More to follow.......Source link