On the second day of the Paris Olympics 2024, Team India clinched their first-ever medal of this edition. Manu Bhaker won the bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol final, ending India’s 12-year wait for a shooting medal. She is now receiving congratulations worldwide, including from legendary cricketer Virender Sehwag.
Manu Made India Proud:
On Sunday, Manu Bhaker made history by winning India’s first medal at the 2024 Paris Olympics. She earned a bronze medal in the women’s 10m air pistol final, ending a 12-year wait for a shooting medal at the Games. Bhaker also became the first Indian woman to win a shooting medal.
In the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, the 22-year-old was devastated when her pistol malfunctioned during the qualification round of the same event. This setback brought her to tears and was a significant disappointment.
Despite this, Bhaker made a remarkable comeback. In 2023, she considered retiring but chose to persevere. She fought hard to secure an Olympic quota and then won a medal, showing her resilience and determination.
Virendra Sehwag’s Wish for Her:
Bhaker is the first Indian to win an Olympic medal in shooting in 12 years. The last shooting medals for India were at the 2012 London Olympics. After her historic win, cricket legend Virender Sehwag sent a special message and led the congratulatory messages from the cricket community for Bhaker.
On his social media handle, he wrote, “Many congratulations @realmanubhaker on winning the bronze at the #ParisOlympics. You have made us all very proud.” Manu replied saying, “Thank you @virendersehwag sir.”
In addition to Virender Sehwag, cricket icons like Sachin Tendulkar and other stars from the cricket world have celebrated Manu Bhaker’s achievement. Her success has also received praise from Bollywood celebrities and fans alike. The outpouring of good wishes and congratulations extends beyond the sports community, highlighting how her historic win has resonated with people from various fields.
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