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"Money Can't Win Medals": Asked About India's Failure In Olympics, Abhinav Bindra's Honest Reply

As the Paris Olympic Games 2024 concludes, the Indian contingent returns with a low number of 6 medals, after winning seven in the Tokyo Games three years ago. Contrary to the last edition of the Olympic Games, India didn't have a single gold medal this time. Though Vinesh Phogat stood a chance at getting one, having qualified for the women's freestyle wrestling 50kg final, but her disqualification robbed the nation of that opportunity. When Abhinav Bindra, India's shooting legend, was asked about the country's lack of success, he gave an honest response.

"We'd Like To See More But...": Abhinav Bindra's Verdict On Indian Shooters In Paris Olympics 2024

Olympic gold medallist Abhinav Bindra believes there was a scope of "more conversions" for Indian shooters at the Paris Games but overall it was a campaign which they should be proud of. India clinched six medals overall with three in shooting as Manu Bhaker became the first ever athlete from the country post Independence to earn two podium finishes in a single edition of Olympics. Alongside winning a bronze medal in women's 10m air pistol, Manu grabbed another bronze in mixed 10m air pistol shooting with Sarabjot Singh as her teammate. India got another bronze when Swapnil Kusale finished third in the final of the 50m rifle 3 positions event in Paris.

Paris Olympics: Abhinav Bindra Applauds 'Spirited Performance' By Indian Contingent

Abhinav Bindra, who was awarded the prestigious Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at the 142nd IOC Session on Saturday, has applauded the Indian contingent for its "spirited performance" at the Paris Olympics. Following the highly decorated event, India's first individual Olympic gold medallist spoke to IANS and shared his thoughts on what has been a ‘spirited' performance by the contingent in Paris. “I think it's been a spirited performance. All our athletes have performed at a high level. We may have six medals to show on our tally but if you really go in-depth into performances, we have never had a (Olympic) Games where our athletes have been so competitive across disciplines, many of them have been close to medaling,” Bindra told IANS.

"If You Don't Govern Sport By Rules...": Abhinav Bindra's Blunt Take On Vinesh Phogat Case

Sport is often exhilarating, with his topsy-turvy moments. Wins and losses often define whether the end result would be euphoric or miserable. But sometimes, sports can be cruel, beyond the nature of its results. Such is the feeling in the heart of Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat and over a billion people in the world's most populous country after she was disqualified from the Women's freestyle 50kg final. The sight of the weighing scale showing about 100 grams over the 50kg mark would torment the ace wrestler for years, with the moment robbing her of a chance to win a gold medal for her country.

Abhinav Bindra Hhonored With Olympic Order At IOC Session In Paris

India's first individual Olympic Gold medalist Abhinav Bindra was awarded the prestigious Olympic Order by the International Olympic Committee (IOC) at the 142nd IOC Session in Paris. The Olympic Order is the highest honour bestowed by the IOC, recognizing individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the Olympic Movement. Reflecting on this honour, Bindra stated, "This recognition is not just a personal milestone but a testament to the spirit of perseverance and dedication that sports instil in us all. I am deeply honoured to be recognized by the IOC, and I dedicate this to all the athletes and sports enthusiasts who strive to uphold the Olympic ideals."

"Don't Need A Gold Medal To...": Abhinav Bindra Consoles Vinesh Phogat After Her Disqualification From Olympics Wrestling Final

Shortly after India received a huge setback at the Paris Olympics with the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the 50 Kg women's wrestling final, the grappler was consoled by Olympics gold medallist Abhinav Bindra. Vinesh was scheduled to take on United States' Sarah Ann Hildebrandt in the Gold Medal match. A statement issued by the Indian Olympic contingent said that Phogat had tipped the scales above the 50 kg mark and was disqualified. In a post on X, Bindra wrote, "Completely gutted. Sometimes you don't need a gold medal to be a true champion to people...."

Shooting: Bhaker hopes her Paris feat is just the start for India's women athletes

CHATEAUROUX, France: Indian shooter Manu Bhaker, the country's first multi-medallist at a single Olympic Games, hopes her feat in Paris will help to unlock the potential of other women athletes in the world's most populous nation.

"Done What No Indian Pair Has": Abhinav Bindra's Priceless Post For Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh

After Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot won the historic bronze on Tuesday at the Paris Olympics, 2008 gold medallist Abhinav Bindra congratulated the young duo for winning India's first shooting team event medal in Summer Games history. "Manu & Sarabjot: You've done what no Indian shooting pair has done before. India's first Olympic shooting team medal. Savour this moment, you've earned it! Proud," Bindra posted on X.

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"Money Can't Win Medals": Asked About India's Failure In Olympics, Abhinav Bindra's Honest Reply

"We'd Like To See More But...": Abhinav Bindra's Verdict On Indian Shooters In Paris Olympics 2024

Paris Olympics: Abhinav Bindra Applauds 'Spirited Performance' By Indian Contingent

"If You Don't Govern Sport By Rules...": Abhinav Bindra's Blunt Take On Vinesh Phogat Case

Abhinav Bindra Hhonored With Olympic Order At IOC Session In Paris

"Don't Need A Gold Medal To...": Abhinav Bindra Consoles Vinesh Phogat After Her Disqualification From Olympics Wrestling Final

Shooting: Bhaker hopes her Paris feat is just the start for India's women athletes

"Done What No Indian Pair Has": Abhinav Bindra's Priceless Post For Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh