Manu Bhaker, a 22-year-old shooter, won the bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol final at the Paris Olympics 2024, becoming the first Indian to secure a medal at this year’s games. Bhaker also became the first female Indian shooter to win an Olympic medal.
Bhaker showcased exceptional skill and composure throughout the competition, maintaining a top-three position for the majority of the event. She was 0.1 points ahead in second place heading into the final shot but ultimately slipped to third, securing the bronze medal.
This victory opens India’s medal tally at the Paris Olympics, with the nation aiming to surpass its previous record of seven medals from the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
