Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat has made a memorable debut at the Paris 2024 Olympics, clinching the bronze medal in the 57kg freestyle wrestling category. The 21-year-old rising star from India defeated Puerto Rico’s Darian Cruz with a commanding 13-5 victory, adding another medal to India’s tally at this prestigious event.
This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in Sehrawat’s career, showcasing his potential on the global stage. Despite falling short in the semifinals against Japan’s Rei Higuchi, where he was defeated in a swift and decisive 10-0 bout, Sehrawat’s resilience and determination led him to bounce back and secure a podium finish. This victory not only highlights Sehrawat’s skills but also extends India’s impressive streak of winning wrestling medals in every Olympic Games since 2008.
Sehrawat’s Journey to Bronze
Aman Sehrawat’s path to the bronze medal was marked by impressive performances. He initially stormed into the semifinals with a dominant 12-0 win by technical superiority over Albania’s Zelimkhan Abakanov. However, the semifinal match against Japan’s Rei Higuchi proved to be a tough challenge. Higuchi, who would eventually advance to the gold medal match, outclassed Sehrawat, ending the bout with a 10-0 win by technical superiority.
Undeterred by the setback, Sehrawat refocused his efforts and faced Darian Cruz of Puerto Rico in the bronze medal match. Displaying superior technique and determination, Sehrawat secured a 13-5 victory, earning him his first Olympic medal.
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Earlier in the tournament, Sehrawat showcased his prowess by defeating former European champion Vladimir Egorov with a 10-0 win by technical superiority in the first round, which propelled him into the quarterfinals.
India’s Performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics
Aman Sehrawat’s bronze medal contributes to India’s growing tally at the Paris 2024 Olympics. As of now, India has secured a total of five bronze medals and one silver. The bronze medals include achievements in various disciplines:
- Manu Bhaker in Women’s 10m air pistol shooting
- Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh in Mixed Team 10m air pistol shooting
- Swapnil Kusale in Men’s 50m rifle 3 positions shooting
- The Indian Men’s Hockey Team, which claimed a 2-1 victory over Spain in the bronze playoff
India’s silver medal was won by Neeraj Chopra in the Men’s Javelin Throw. Chopra, who was the defending champion from the Tokyo Olympics, delivered a remarkable throw that was 1.87 meters farther than his Tokyo performance. However, he narrowly missed out on the gold, which went to Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem, who set an Olympic record with a throw of 92.97 meters.
India’s Olympic Contingent at Paris 2024
The Paris 2024 Olympics has seen a strong contingent from India, with 117 athletes, including five reserves, competing across various sports. The event, which began on July 26, is set to conclude on August 11, with Indian athletes continuing to vie for more medals and making their mark on the world stage.
