Following Manu Bhaker’s historic achievement at the Paris Olympics, President Droupadi Murmu extended her congratulations to the Indian shooter for “opening India’s medal tally” at an Olympic event.
Taking to X, President Droupadi Murmu said ‘Heartiest congratulations to Manu Bhaker for opening India’s medal tally with her bronze medal in the 10 metre air pistol shooting event at the Paris Olympics. She is the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in a shooting competition. India is proud of Manu Bhaker. Her feat is going to inspire many sportspersons, especially women. I wish she scales greater heights of accomplishment in the future.’
Heartiest congratulations to Manu Bhaker for opening India’s medal tally with her bronze medal in the 10 metre air pistol shooting event at the Paris Olympics. She is the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in a shooting competition. India is proud of Manu Bhaker. Her…
— President of India (@rashtrapatibhvn) July 28, 2024
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Meanwhile, this 22 year old Indian woman made history by winning a medal in shooting. Bhaker acquired first medal for India in the ongoing Paris Olympics. with a score of 221.7.
Besides winning medal for India, she also made history by becoming first Indian woman to qualify for shooting final after a passage of 20 years.
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Overall in the opening day, Manu bhaker secured a spot Women’s 10 Meter Air Pistol final at the Paris Olympics by finishing third in the qualification round on Saturday. However, Rhythm Sangwan did not reach the final, as he finished at 15th place.
(With Inputs From ANI)
