Manu Bhaker wrote history by becoming the first Indian post-independence to win two medals at an Olympics. Together with Sarabjot Singh, Manu took home bronze for their 10m air pistol mixed team event.

In the final round, this duo triumphed 16-10 over Oh Ye Jin and Wonho Lee from Korea.

Manu Bhaker

India’s Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh executed an exquisite display of precision and nerve to capture bronze at the Paris Olympics mixed 10m air pistol team event on Tuesday, defeating Korean team of Oh Ye Jin and Lee Wonho 16-10 in a nail-biting final matchup.

Bhaker, 22, has written herself into Indian sports history by becoming the first female shooter in Olympic Games history to claim two medals – two bronze and a silver – at one Olympiad. She will continue competing in women’s 25m pistol event where she may win another medal to add to her haul.

On Tuesday, 22-year-old Nishtha won her second medal by capturing bronze in the mixed 10m air pistol team event alongside partner Sarabjot Singh. Nishtha qualified for this final by finishing fifth overall in individual 10m air pistol event earlier. India earned its sixth Olympic shooting event medal overall and first team sport medal ever with this victory – redeeming themselves from failing to qualify for gold medal match during previous stage of competition.

Sarabjot Singh

Manu Bhaker, after an upsetting period that saw her lose both sponsors and contemplate leaving sport altogether, has returned as one of the sport’s premier athletes. At 22 years old she made Olympic history by becoming the first Indian athlete post independence to win multiple medals at one Olympics.

Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh of India earned their spot in the bronze medal match after placing third in Monday’s qualification round, showing impressive composure against South Korean pair Wonho Lee and Jin ye Oh to take outshot their competitors 16-10 and claim India’s second bronze in Paris Olympic 2024.

PM Modi took to Twitter to offer his congratulations and offer well-wishes for future endeavors of both swimmers. He noted how their win will motivate and strengthen them while helping them to pursue further medals in future competitions. Furthermore, he acknowledged all efforts put forth by their teammates and coaches behind them.

India’s 2nd Medal at the Paris Olympics

Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris Olympic Games by becoming the first Indian athlete post independence to win two medals at an Olympic Games, earning bronze for India in 10m air pistol mixed team event alongside Sarabjot Singh. They defeated Korean duo Lee Wonoho and Oh Yeh Jin 16-10 in final.

Indian pair quickly established an early lead against Korean team, shooting 10.4 average each. Manu’s consistent performance – including scoring an unblemished 10, and Sarabjot’s strong showing helped take an insurmountable 12-6 lead over Korean counterparts.

“This win holds special meaning for me after the unfortunate equipment failure that took place during Tokyo Olympics, and I congratulate Manu and Sarabjot for this remarkable accomplishment,” tweeted PM Modi. Additionally, this victory would serve to motivate athletes even further while building confidence within them and benefitting both themselves and their nation.

India’s 3rd Medal at the Olympics

After winning bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol event on Monday, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh joined forces to win India another medal on Tuesday when competing in the mixed team event for 10m air pistol mixed team competition. From start to finish they outclassed Wonho Lee and Ye Jin Oh from South Korea with an overwhelming 16-10 scoreline victory.

Bhaker now leads India’s shooting tally at the 2024 Olympic Games and becomes the first Indian athlete to ever earn multiple Olympic medals during a single edition of Games, joining badminton star PV Sindhu as part of an elite group who have collected multiple Olympic medals throughout their careers.

Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta advanced to the final round of 10m air rifle event but were unable to secure one of three podium spots; instead they will compete in repechage round on Wednesday.