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#781257
Yes. The Olympics are going to start and the countdown has already started. The opening ceremony will be held tomorrow. But the Indian archers will get the country's campaign at the 2024today itself. Both the men's and the women's ranking rounds will be held today India's archers will be trying their luck today. It is the first time since After London Olympics 2012 that our archers have been able to claim all six of the available quota places.
Three Indian shooters will be making their Olympic debut today. 22-year-old Dhiraj Bommadevara,
Ankita Bhakat, 26 and 18-year-old Bhajan Kaur are going to try their luck in this Olympics.
I hope Indian players will fare well and bring laurels to the country. I hope they will come back proudly with more medals than last Olympics. I wish them all the best. Women will outperform the Indian men like in the last Olympics.
drrao
always confident
Three Indian shooters will be making their Olympic debut today. 22-year-old Dhiraj Bommadevara,
Ankita Bhakat, 26 and 18-year-old Bhajan Kaur are going to try their luck in this Olympics.
I hope Indian players will fare well and bring laurels to the country. I hope they will come back proudly with more medals than last Olympics. I wish them all the best. Women will outperform the Indian men like in the last Olympics.
drrao
always confident
#781262
Already ranking round are going on for Archery event where Indian men and women team have directly qualified for the quarterfinals. In individual archery it doesn't look good with Indian Archers in both men's and women's not featuring in top 10. Let's hope they perform well when real game starts from Sunday onwards. In archery Korea and China usually dominates at Olympics. It will be a surprise if individual archers perform well and win something for India.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781263
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The Indian contingent is participating in 16 disciplines. I am fervently hoping for a good number of podium finishes from the shooting team. After all, it is the very first time that we have secured a quota in all the events of this discipline, so why not a medal to match each?! Other medal hopes in my view are badminton, table tennis, boxing, archery, hockey, golf, tennis, and wrestling. Neeraj Chopra, of course, is the best medal prospect in the track and field events. I think, too, that Avinash Sable is a medal prospect in the 3000m steeplechase and hope that Parul Choudhary does well in her two events. Then there is Jyothi Yarraji and the Men's relay team who would be good to see in the finals of the Paris Olympics.
Above all, I would love to see a medal around the necks of these veterans who will likely retire soon - PR Sreejesh, Sharath Kamal, and Rohan Bopanna. They are superstars who have inspired so many across the nation.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
Above all, I would love to see a medal around the necks of these veterans who will likely retire soon - PR Sreejesh, Sharath Kamal, and Rohan Bopanna. They are superstars who have inspired so many across the nation.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781265
Dhiraj Bommadevara has also finished in top 4 of the individual recurve ranking round. He is the only individual Archer from India making to the top 10 and securing a quaterfinal birth. Men's and women's archery team has already made it to the quarter finals. It looks like India will finally win a medal in archery at Olympics. Let's hope for the best.
Thanks and regards.
Thanks and regards.
#781286
Disappointing news for Indian shooters coming from Day 1 of the Paris Olympics 2024. In the 10m Air Rifle mixed team event both Indian teams failed to make it to the medal round. They finish 6th and 12th respectively. In rowing too Balraj failed to progress to quarter finals. We have more shooting events today in individual as well as team events. Badminton matches are also scheduled today where Lakshya Sen and Satwik- Chirag will play their matches.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781287
The first day is not encouraging. Today as of now shooting competition is going on. Two Indians are there but chances appear to be very remote. Let us hope in the coming days our players will perform well.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781301
Let us not get disappointed as it is too early to say something like that. Let us hope that in badminton Satwik-Chirag and Lakshya Sen might show a good performance. Then in shooting so far Manu Bhakar is doing good and I have pinned hopes on her.
Knowledge is power.
Knowledge is power.
#781309
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Yes, we should not be disappointed at setbacks. It is a huge achievement to qualify for such a prestigious global event and every sportsperson who did so deserves kudos.
Finalists and winners, too, can be separated by minuscule points and seconds. That is what happened to the Indian team in the mixed event, as also the case with Sarabjot Singh. Manu Bhaker will feature in the finals on Sunday in the 10m women's air pistol event. Hurrah! Rhythm Sangwan finished 15th in the same event. Earlier in the day, it was good to see Balraj Panwar finishing fourth in the Heats of the Sculls event and let's cheer him on as he tries to qualify through the repechage round.
We are also having Indians in the badminton, hockey, and I think table tennis events today, while boxer Parul Choudhary will be starting her first bout post-midnight our time.
In the meantime, we could discuss other happenings on the sidelines...how many of you watched the opening ceremony? Since it was very late at night, I decided to watch the replay today. How was it? I did read about some of the controversial sections of it (the 'Last Supper' depiction, incorrectly announcing the South Korean team as one from North Korea, the opening ceremony uniforms of the Indian contingent, etc) but otherwise was it spectacularly worthy of an Olympics?
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
Finalists and winners, too, can be separated by minuscule points and seconds. That is what happened to the Indian team in the mixed event, as also the case with Sarabjot Singh. Manu Bhaker will feature in the finals on Sunday in the 10m women's air pistol event. Hurrah! Rhythm Sangwan finished 15th in the same event. Earlier in the day, it was good to see Balraj Panwar finishing fourth in the Heats of the Sculls event and let's cheer him on as he tries to qualify through the repechage round.
We are also having Indians in the badminton, hockey, and I think table tennis events today, while boxer Parul Choudhary will be starting her first bout post-midnight our time.
In the meantime, we could discuss other happenings on the sidelines...how many of you watched the opening ceremony? Since it was very late at night, I decided to watch the replay today. How was it? I did read about some of the controversial sections of it (the 'Last Supper' depiction, incorrectly announcing the South Korean team as one from North Korea, the opening ceremony uniforms of the Indian contingent, etc) but otherwise was it spectacularly worthy of an Olympics?
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781310
I am very happy that Manu Bhaker qualified for the finals. It was heartbreaking moment for Sarabjot Singh who missed the finals by just one step. We still have many shooters aiming for the medals and I think no need to feel sad because its sports.
I didn't like the opening ceremony and it would have been better to conduct it in a stadium. So many athletes on a boat didn't looked good to me. I don't know who gave them such an idea. For me Tokyo Olympics was the best ever event conducted by a mile. Japanese showed the world why they are considered the best in the world in terms of hospitality.
Thanks and regards.
I didn't like the opening ceremony and it would have been better to conduct it in a stadium. So many athletes on a boat didn't looked good to me. I don't know who gave them such an idea. For me Tokyo Olympics was the best ever event conducted by a mile. Japanese showed the world why they are considered the best in the world in terms of hospitality.
Thanks and regards.
#781319
The following are the positive outcomes for India.
Manu Bhaker qualified for finals in Air Pistol shooting 10 M.
Lakshya Sen qualified in Badminton for the next round. He is successful in his debut attempt at the Olympics.
Harmeet Desai won table tennis and qualified for the next round.
Our Hockey team won over New Zealand, Chirag Seti and Satvik won badminton doubles and qualified for the next round.
Preeti won the Women's 54Kg prelims round and qualified for the next round.
PV Sindhu won in singles badminton and qualified for the next round.
Ramita won 10M Air Rifle shooting and qualified for the next round.
Balraj won rowing and qualified for the quarter-finals.
The results are encouraging and I wish all of them all the best in their next rounds.
drrao
always confident
Manu Bhaker qualified for finals in Air Pistol shooting 10 M.
Lakshya Sen qualified in Badminton for the next round. He is successful in his debut attempt at the Olympics.
Harmeet Desai won table tennis and qualified for the next round.
Our Hockey team won over New Zealand, Chirag Seti and Satvik won badminton doubles and qualified for the next round.
Preeti won the Women's 54Kg prelims round and qualified for the next round.
PV Sindhu won in singles badminton and qualified for the next round.
Ramita won 10M Air Rifle shooting and qualified for the next round.
Balraj won rowing and qualified for the quarter-finals.
The results are encouraging and I wish all of them all the best in their next rounds.
drrao
always confident
#781320
Ramita Jindal has qualified for 10m Air Rifle final just now. Once it was looking like two Indians will qualify for the final but Elavenil Valarivan lost it by a whisker by finishing 10th after remaining in top 8 for majority of time. On the other hand Ramita Jindal was out of top 8 for majority of time but in the end she convered well and finsihed 5th to enter the final. In finals anything can happen because there is not much margin between these shooters. Elavenil got eliminated just because she shot a 9.8, otherwise she would have easily made it to the top 8. In shooting a single bad shot can ruin your chances that's why in the final anyone can win.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781323
Some good news coming from Paris for India. Manu Bhaker becomes the first Indian to win a medal at Paris Olympics. She wins a bronze medal in 10m Air Pistol event. Arjun Babuta also qualified for final of 10m Air Rifle event. He will aim for medal tomorrow. The last shooting Olympics medal came 12 years ago in London Olympics and Manu Bhaker is the first women shooter from India to win a medal at Olympics.
Thanks and regards.
Thanks and regards.
#781326
My heartiest congratulations to Manu Bhakher on winning a medal at Paris Olympics She is the recipient of a bronze medal for the 10-meter Air Pistol Event. She has shown her excellent performance winning a medal at the Olympics.
My best wishes to Arjun Babuta who has qualified for the the final of the 10-meter Rifle Event. His performance is to be seen tomorrow.
My best wishes to Arjun Babuta who has qualified for the the final of the 10-meter Rifle Event. His performance is to be seen tomorrow.
#781345
It is turning out to be a heartbreaking day for India again with Arjun Babuta missing the Bronze medal by finishing 4th. Ramita Jindal on the other hand finsihed 7th in the final. The only good news came from Mixed team event where Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh qualified for the finals and they will play for Bronze medal tomorrow against a tough opponent (South Korea). Yesterday Women's Archery surrendered in the Quarter Final against a lower ranked Netherlands team. They lost the match 6-0 and got eliminated from an event where there was high chances of getting a medal.
It looks like there isn't much expectations this year and not much pressure on athletes. Most of the Indian athletes are just going down under pressure. If it goes like this then I think the medal count will be even lesser this time. Previously India managed 7 medals but this time it looks like nothing much going their way.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
It looks like there isn't much expectations this year and not much pressure on athletes. Most of the Indian athletes are just going down under pressure. If it goes like this then I think the medal count will be even lesser this time. Previously India managed 7 medals but this time it looks like nothing much going their way.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781346
Today's results are not very encouraging and Indian players have succumbed to pressure and lost their positions. However, still there is a long way and I am confident that we will return with good gains.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781359
Manu Bhaker once again created history at Paris Olympics by winning Bronze medal with his partner Sarabjot Singh in the 10m Pistol mixed event. Now India has two Bronze medals and Manu Bhaker becomes the first Indian Olympian to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympic. No Indian athletes has done this before which makes her one of the greatest Olympians ever from India.
India Archers once again failed to live up to their world ranking. The men's and women's team of archery lost in the quarter finals. In individual archery Ankita Bhakat also lost today while Bhajan Kaur wins to proceed to next round. Satwik-Chirag also won their doubles badminton match and Manika Batra becomes the first Indian table tennis player to make it to last 16 in Olympics. There are boxing matches coming up today. Let's hope they perform up to their level.
Thanks and regards.
India Archers once again failed to live up to their world ranking. The men's and women's team of archery lost in the quarter finals. In individual archery Ankita Bhakat also lost today while Bhajan Kaur wins to proceed to next round. Satwik-Chirag also won their doubles badminton match and Manika Batra becomes the first Indian table tennis player to make it to last 16 in Olympics. There are boxing matches coming up today. Let's hope they perform up to their level.
Thanks and regards.
#781361
Congratulations to Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh for winning a Bronze medal in the 10m Pistol mixed event. Now the medals tally to India has gone up two bronze medals. Manu Bhaker has created history by winning 2 medals as the first individual who won two medals in an Olympics. I hope still some more are there to join this list.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781376
Indian athletes are trying their best but it isn't enough at the moment. Yesterday 3 Indian boxers got eliminated from their respective event. We still have some hope for Lovleena Borgohain and Nikhat Zareen in their respective boxing category. Dhiraj Bommadevara also bowed out of the competition in Men's Individual archery.
There are some shining stars like Swapnil Kusale, who has made it to the final of the 50m 3P Air Rifle event. Badminton stars Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu won their respective matches. In table tennis, Sreeja Akula won her match and will play her next round match. All in all a mixed kind of day with no medal win.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
There are some shining stars like Swapnil Kusale, who has made it to the final of the 50m 3P Air Rifle event. Badminton stars Lakshya Sen and PV Sindhu won their respective matches. In table tennis, Sreeja Akula won her match and will play her next round match. All in all a mixed kind of day with no medal win.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781383
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Lakshya Sen's match was very exciting, and the way he played was incredible, especially that stunning behind-the-back return shot. Wow! Then there was Sreeja Akula holding her own against a not-so-easy opponent. Unfortunately, Manika Batra was no match for her Japanese opponent's speed. She was so fast! Despite leading twice with her opponent having won just a single point, Manika frittered away her advantage, losing points by throwing the ball out or in the net at crucial moments, allowing Miu to come back to equalize and eventually win the game and the match.
I am disappointed with the archery teams. I did have high expectations from both the men's and women's teams, hoping at least two medals would come from them. Looking forward to watching events in which Indians feature today- shooting, boxing, archery, table tennis, and especially hockey and badminton, the latter being a quarter-final match between the pair of Chirag and Satwiksairaj vs Malaysia, and then Lakshya meeting Prannoy.
Athletics begins today, with Priyanka Goswami participating in the 20km walk, and P. Bist, A. Singh and V. Singh all in the same event of the Men's competition. Don't miss it!
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
I am disappointed with the archery teams. I did have high expectations from both the men's and women's teams, hoping at least two medals would come from them. Looking forward to watching events in which Indians feature today- shooting, boxing, archery, table tennis, and especially hockey and badminton, the latter being a quarter-final match between the pair of Chirag and Satwiksairaj vs Malaysia, and then Lakshya meeting Prannoy.
Athletics begins today, with Priyanka Goswami participating in the 20km walk, and P. Bist, A. Singh and V. Singh all in the same event of the Men's competition. Don't miss it!
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781390
Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale won the bronze medal in the men's 50m rifle 3 positions final. This is the 3rd Bronze medal for India in this Olympics. This is India's first-ever Olympic shooting medal in the 50m 3P. This is the third medal in rifle shooting. r Abhinav Bindra won gold in men's 10m air rifle at Beijing 2008 and Gagan Narang won bronze in the same event at London 2012. Now this is the 3rd. Congrats Swapnil for your medal and You made India proud by winning this medal. Let us hope we will get some more medals in the remising events also.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781392
Yes, Swapnil Kusale did exceedingly well in the 50m 3 Position Rifle event and won a Bronze medal for India. At one point it was looking like he was close to a Silver medal but his 9.1 cost him a place. Nevertheless, he was at 5th position before the standing position shot and made a terrific comeback to win a medal. He did extremely well under pressure, which is lacking among other Indian shooters.
We will have an all Indian clash of Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy in badminton today. It would have been better if they met at semi-final but it was a tough draw for Indian shuttlers. Only one Indian player will advance to quarter-finals after this match. Satwik- Chirag will also play their match, while Nikhat Zareen will be in action against the Chinese boxer.
Thanks and regards.
We will have an all Indian clash of Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy in badminton today. It would have been better if they met at semi-final but it was a tough draw for Indian shuttlers. Only one Indian player will advance to quarter-finals after this match. Satwik- Chirag will also play their match, while Nikhat Zareen will be in action against the Chinese boxer.
Thanks and regards.
#781395
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Wonderful to get another medal from the shooting events. Congratulations to Swapnil Kusale! It was really disappointing to see Satwik- Chirag lose their quarter-final. Lakshya Sen moves on, after defeating compatriot Prannoy Roy in straight sets. Nikhat Zareen was devasted by her loss to her Chinese opponent, with the latter winning with a clear 5-0 verdict. Sreeja lost 0-4 in the Round of 16. Sad. Archery, too, was a no-go yet again. In golf, Subhankar Sharma is currently in the 25th position.
Let us hope we see excellent results in the upcoming team events in both badminton and table tennis.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
Let us hope we see excellent results in the upcoming team events in both badminton and table tennis.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781396
Absolutely stunned to see Satwik- Chirag crashed out at initial stage of the event. I was expecting at least a bronze from the duo and same with Nikhat Zareen who was a top medal contender in boxing. Paris Olympics is looking like a no show for all our big players. All the medals at the moment have come from Shooting which itself tells the story for India. Last time in Tokyo Olympics shooting got zero medals but other sports contributed, but this time it is the opposite.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781433
Manu Bhaker missed on her 3rd medal by a whisker in 25m Air Pistol event. She finished 4th and at one time it was looking she will win silver but faltered during the elimination round. Still, she is the most successful Olympian from India at the moment.
In badminton almost all the big names are knocked out except Lakshya Sen, who will play semi-final against Viktor Axelsen tomorrow. If Sen wins, then a medal will be confirmed in badminton.
In Archery, yesterday our mixed team of Dhiraj and Ankita almost got to the bronze medal but faltered at crucial moment. Ankita Bhakat shot 7s twice which ultimately proved costly for India and dream of winning a medal in archery at Olympics still remains.
Men's hockey team has made it to the quarter finals and they still have some hope of winning a medal and Neeraj Chopra is the biggest medal contender left. Let's see how many more medals India can get.
Thanks and regards.
In badminton almost all the big names are knocked out except Lakshya Sen, who will play semi-final against Viktor Axelsen tomorrow. If Sen wins, then a medal will be confirmed in badminton.
In Archery, yesterday our mixed team of Dhiraj and Ankita almost got to the bronze medal but faltered at crucial moment. Ankita Bhakat shot 7s twice which ultimately proved costly for India and dream of winning a medal in archery at Olympics still remains.
Men's hockey team has made it to the quarter finals and they still have some hope of winning a medal and Neeraj Chopra is the biggest medal contender left. Let's see how many more medals India can get.
Thanks and regards.
#781439
I am hoping that India will win a medal in men's hockey. Still, I am hoping that we will get more medals than the last Olympics. Neeraj should win a medal. Let us hope for the best.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781446
Nishant Dev lost his boxing quarter final match yesterday. I don't know how many quarter finals India has lost, but surely it is a record. Even the 4th position finishes are too many. It could have been the best Olympics in terms of medals but it is turning out to be the worst if we take shooting medals out.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781457
Indian hockey team won quarter finals and now in semifinals. Congratulations to hockey team
There are chances for India to win a match in Hockey in this tournament. India won over world number two team Britain and entered semifinals.
drrao
always confident
There are chances for India to win a match in Hockey in this tournament. India won over world number two team Britain and entered semifinals.
drrao
always confident
#781458
Men's hockey team has done a great job! They still have to win a match to get the medal confirmed. Let's see will it be a Gold, Silver, or Bronze.
Lakshya Sen lost his semi-final match against Viktor Axelsen. Now he will play for the Bronze medal tomorrow against Malaysian great badminton player Lee Zii Jia.
Lovleena Borgohain lost the quarter final match against the Chinese opponent. She will go empty handed this time. Last time she won a medal at Tokyo Olympics.
We still have matches left in wrestling, shooting, table tennis, and athletics. Let's see if we can overtake the previous medal count or not.
Thanks and regards.
Lakshya Sen lost his semi-final match against Viktor Axelsen. Now he will play for the Bronze medal tomorrow against Malaysian great badminton player Lee Zii Jia.
Lovleena Borgohain lost the quarter final match against the Chinese opponent. She will go empty handed this time. Last time she won a medal at Tokyo Olympics.
We still have matches left in wrestling, shooting, table tennis, and athletics. Let's see if we can overtake the previous medal count or not.
Thanks and regards.
#781459
Indian Hockey team has been facing one after another very tough opponent in this Olympics. But Indian goalkeeper PR Sreejesh is playing his best matches in his last Olympics. Sreejesh has already announced his retirement after this Olympics but he is determined to bring another medal for the country. India won the last two matches against Australia and Britain due to his brilliant performance. Best wishes to the Indian Hockey team for a podium finish (most preferably Gold).
Indian male shuttler Lakhya Sen lost against the World No. 1 in the semi-final, but he will now play for the Bronze medal. But female shuttler PV Sindhu has disheartened me.
I am also disheartened by the Indian female boxer Loveleena Borgohain. I had great hope for this tough Assamese boxer, but she lost in the quarter-final.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
Indian male shuttler Lakhya Sen lost against the World No. 1 in the semi-final, but he will now play for the Bronze medal. But female shuttler PV Sindhu has disheartened me.
I am also disheartened by the Indian female boxer Loveleena Borgohain. I had great hope for this tough Assamese boxer, but she lost in the quarter-final.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781462
India now has to face Germany in the semi finals scheduled to be held on 6th August 2024. Another semi final is scheduled on the same day between Netherlands and Spain.
It is going to be a tough competition and I wish India to claim its first Gold medal in Paris Olympics.
Knowledge is power.
It is going to be a tough competition and I wish India to claim its first Gold medal in Paris Olympics.
Knowledge is power.
#781464
The Indian men's hockey team did a fantastic job on Sunday. They last Amit Rohidas with a red card, India played with one man less in the field from the second quarter. But they won against Great Britain in the quarter-finals. PR Sreejesh's heroics made India proud in this match, I wish India should win a medal in this game.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781474
Two 4th place finish today. Lakshya Sen losing the bronze medal match and mixed team in the Skeet shooting event lost the bronze to China. The number of 4th place finish by India shows the mental pressure these athletes are taking on them. They should play freely without thinking about medals.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781476
Indian sport persons are reaching the fourth position in so many sports and missing the medal so narrowly. It shows that we require more thrust in preparing for Olympics.
Today we have the crucial hackey match between India and Germany. My good wishes are with our team. I wish we get a medal in hockey, may be Gold.
Thoughts exchanged is knowledge gained.
Today we have the crucial hackey match between India and Germany. My good wishes are with our team. I wish we get a medal in hockey, may be Gold.
Thoughts exchanged is knowledge gained.
#781486
Prakash Padukone has blasted Indian athletes for their poor performance. He has clearly mentioned that athletes are getting world class facilities and still their performance is not up to the world class level. He said athletes should be accountable to their failure and shouldn't make any excuse.
Thanks and regards.
Thanks and regards.
#781489
It is sad to note that in hockey India has lost against Germany. Now another crucial match that India has to play is that with Spain. India has to fight for Bronze now.
Knowledge is power.
Knowledge is power.
#781493
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Indeed it is unfortunate that India lost in hockey. I did not see it since it was very late at night, but read the news reports today about how it was one of the best-ever performances of the team, despite playing with 10 members, and only a defence lapse late in the game cost us the match.
The terrific performance by Vinesh Phogat has everyone applauding, and rightly so. I watched the first two bouts live and will catch the highlights of the late-night one later, the one that propelled her into the finals. Gutsy during the protests against Brij Bhushan Singh, gutsy on the mat. Hats off to her!
Neeraj Chopra expectedly qualified for the final of the javelin event with just one throw. Now expecting some fireworks in the finals with a highly competitive field, as also rooting for Avinash Sable and those whose events are upcoming in table tennis QF, wrestling, golf, and weightlifting. There's also the 4x400m relay team, women's javelin, and the mixed marathon walking event. Go India, go!
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
The terrific performance by Vinesh Phogat has everyone applauding, and rightly so. I watched the first two bouts live and will catch the highlights of the late-night one later, the one that propelled her into the finals. Gutsy during the protests against Brij Bhushan Singh, gutsy on the mat. Hats off to her!
Neeraj Chopra expectedly qualified for the final of the javelin event with just one throw. Now expecting some fireworks in the finals with a highly competitive field, as also rooting for Avinash Sable and those whose events are upcoming in table tennis QF, wrestling, golf, and weightlifting. There's also the 4x400m relay team, women's javelin, and the mixed marathon walking event. Go India, go!
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781495
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Wishing Vinesh Phogat and Neeraj Chopra all the very best and hope and pray that they will clinch the Gold for the nation in their respective events today.
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
#781497
Paris Olympics is turning out to be a nightmare for Indian athletes. Vinesh Phogat is disqualified for being overweight by just 100gm in her category. She will not be able to get any medal now. A huge setback for India and it looks like authorities don't want India to win any medals that's why these things are going on against Indians. It would be better to boycott these games because clearly this is not justified at all. It's clearly racist attacks on Indian athletes by the judges. We have encountered several times during this Olympics how authorities are treating Indian athletes.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781498
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A few minutes ago I read with total disbelief about Vinesh Phogat's disqualification and am stunned. What she must be going through! Horrible.
The team officials have requested everyone not to make needless comments and to respect her privacy. What I want to know is whether Team India can take up the matter with the highest governing authorities of the sport and get the rules changed for future competitions to make it fair. 100 gms surely should not be a basis for disqualification. It also means the sportsperson is not eligible for any medal. If she is disqualified from the final, why can't she be awarded the silver medal? She won all her bouts fair and square to reach the final.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
The team officials have requested everyone not to make needless comments and to respect her privacy. What I want to know is whether Team India can take up the matter with the highest governing authorities of the sport and get the rules changed for future competitions to make it fair. 100 gms surely should not be a basis for disqualification. It also means the sportsperson is not eligible for any medal. If she is disqualified from the final, why can't she be awarded the silver medal? She won all her bouts fair and square to reach the final.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781501
Knowing that a person is disqualified due to just 100 grams higher than the limit is very disheartening. We might have got a medal in this event. Indian Men lost hockey also and no hope of a medal there also. Let us see how the other events go.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781503
In the previous Olympics wrestling matches were conducted in a single day and weight got measured for that day only. In current Olympics wrestling matches are spread across two days, which is a joke in itself. If an athlete has won her previous matches without being overweight then why she has been stripped off her deserving place? If she is overweight for just final then she shouldn't be allowed to play that match only, why she is deprived of her deserving silver medal?
These officials are showing their bigotry against Indian athletes from the beginning of Paris Olympics. They have already done it against Nishant Dev the boxer, where the Indian boxers was clearly winning but judges gave a wrong verdict. Even Lakshya Sen exposed the bigotry of these officials when he asked to show the replay on big screen but the umpire declined. It is a joke of an Olympics going on at the moment. Paris Olympics will be remembered for being the worst ever Olympics in history.
Thanks and regards.
These officials are showing their bigotry against Indian athletes from the beginning of Paris Olympics. They have already done it against Nishant Dev the boxer, where the Indian boxers was clearly winning but judges gave a wrong verdict. Even Lakshya Sen exposed the bigotry of these officials when he asked to show the replay on big screen but the umpire declined. It is a joke of an Olympics going on at the moment. Paris Olympics will be remembered for being the worst ever Olympics in history.
Thanks and regards.
#781505
Let me say a few words about Vinesh Phogat. Vinesh used to compete in 53 kg. category. However, she failed to clear the trials in this weight category, so she took training for one category lower and participated in the 50 kg. category in Paris.
Those who have in-depth knowledge would tell that this (participation in the lower category at such a short period) is a very risky proposition. Most probably, she found out yesterday that she weighed 2 kg. more (i.e. 52 kg.) and throughout yesterday night she did not take any food and did rigorous exercises for today's final.
But unfortunately, despite all weight-loss exercises, today morning she weighed 100 grams more than 50 kg. and was consequently disqualified. On the other hand, rigorous weight-loss training without food has caused her hospitalization. As far as I know, she is now admitted in a Paris hospital.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
Those who have in-depth knowledge would tell that this (participation in the lower category at such a short period) is a very risky proposition. Most probably, she found out yesterday that she weighed 2 kg. more (i.e. 52 kg.) and throughout yesterday night she did not take any food and did rigorous exercises for today's final.
But unfortunately, despite all weight-loss exercises, today morning she weighed 100 grams more than 50 kg. and was consequently disqualified. On the other hand, rigorous weight-loss training without food has caused her hospitalization. As far as I know, she is now admitted in a Paris hospital.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781506
Now to rub salt into the wounds, Antim Panghal who replaced Vinesh Phogat in the 53 kg category has been knocked out in the first match by a Turkish wrestler. I read an article where Vijender Singh says that it is not difficult to lose 6kg overnight for a professional athlete. He claimed this might be an act of sabotage against Vinesh Phogat. It looks like someone has spiked Vinesh's food or drink with some water retention medicines. The timing of the weight gain is suspicious and there should be a thorough investigation.
India has been robbed of a possible gold medal in wrestling. The worst thing is how will Vinesh Phogat deal with such a thing? Athletes work day and night to achieve their goals and in the end they are treated like this. This will be a blow to sports in India and be a discouraging factor in children taking up sports as their career. So much investment on sports in India and result is a big zero. It will be better to not send any team at Olympics if such things are happening.
Thanks and regards.
India has been robbed of a possible gold medal in wrestling. The worst thing is how will Vinesh Phogat deal with such a thing? Athletes work day and night to achieve their goals and in the end they are treated like this. This will be a blow to sports in India and be a discouraging factor in children taking up sports as their career. So much investment on sports in India and result is a big zero. It will be better to not send any team at Olympics if such things are happening.
Thanks and regards.
#781507
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I agree with Babu that a thorough investigation needs to be conducted in the matter of Vinesh. Whether the coach and the nutritionist had played their roles well also needs to be checked. I don't want to discuss politics at this juncture but at the same time would like to remember the role played by Vinesh in the long protest recently against the then president of the Wrestling federation.
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
#781509
So, the politics has started!!!
Fortunately, this is NOT China. If Vinesh was born in China, she would not be allowed to participate in Olympics, rather she would spend her time in specialised concentration camp. But, in India, when she failed the trial in 53 kg. category, this Government allowed her advanced training in two foreign countries and allowed her participation in 50 kg. category. This is not advisable at such short notice, because in such cases, there is a high probability of being declared overweight. Exactly this has happened with Vinesh.
Another member has written: "I read an article where Vijender Singh says that it is not difficult to lose 6 kg overnight for a professional athlete. "---------The member has conclusively proved that he is completely ignorant of modern sports science. Reducing 6 kg. overnight!!!
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
Fortunately, this is NOT China. If Vinesh was born in China, she would not be allowed to participate in Olympics, rather she would spend her time in specialised concentration camp. But, in India, when she failed the trial in 53 kg. category, this Government allowed her advanced training in two foreign countries and allowed her participation in 50 kg. category. This is not advisable at such short notice, because in such cases, there is a high probability of being declared overweight. Exactly this has happened with Vinesh.
Another member has written: "I read an article where Vijender Singh says that it is not difficult to lose 6 kg overnight for a professional athlete. "---------The member has conclusively proved that he is completely ignorant of modern sports science. Reducing 6 kg. overnight!!!
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781510
Mr. Partha,
You can yourself read about what Olympic medal winner boxer Vijender Singh has said about weight management. I am sure you are not a sportsperson, so can't challenge the words said by a professional athlete. I can provide the link of the article which is published in Times of India dated 7th August, 2024. The words quoted is said by an Olympics medal winner in boxing for India.
Thanks and regards.
You can yourself read about what Olympic medal winner boxer Vijender Singh has said about weight management. I am sure you are not a sportsperson, so can't challenge the words said by a professional athlete. I can provide the link of the article which is published in Times of India dated 7th August, 2024. The words quoted is said by an Olympics medal winner in boxing for India.
Thanks and regards.
#781512
Missing the finals by a mere 100 grams will be the biggest regret for Vinesh Phogat. I think she already dropped her weight from 53 kg to below 50 kg to participate in this category. It is a lesson for all athletes in India and also for sports authorities to never take these small things lightly. What's gone is gone and will not return back. In my opinion India should focus more on basic education more than sports. Even our double Olympics medal wrestler Sushil Kumar is currently embroiled in a criminal case. Sports is secondary and basic education is primary to avoid such embarassment at international level. Athletes should be aware of what they are eating and drinking when competing at international level. It is a cut throat world and anybody can trick you into a situation like this.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781516
Babu Sir:
I already read similar articles mentioning the nonsensical opinion of Bijender Singh. Bijender is now a 'loose cannon' and can say anything and everything against the present ruling dispensation. You may ask any doctor or any nutritionist whether it is possible to reduce 6 kgs. overnight as stated by Bijender Singh.
Vinesh tried her level best to reduce 2 kgs. overnight; she even took out blood from her body to reduce weight. But even then she failed for 100 gms. I am disheartened but I think last night she only tried NOT to get disqualified in her weight category. She never bothered to win since last night. Due to all such extreme measures, she is now in hospital.
Finally, I only played football, cricket and badminton at college/university level. So, I don't consider myself a sportsperson. But, at the same time, unlike many others, I have been following weight category-based sports like weightlifting/powerlifting, boxing and wrestling for more than thirty years (thanks mainly to our sports teacher in schhol, who used to be an internatiional umpire/judge for weightlifting and boxing). So, I do know a little bit about such sports.
But you must find out from reliable sources whether 6 kg body weight can be reduced overnight.
My sincere sympathy for Vinesh Phogat. She appeared in a new weight category in the Olympics and almost managed to secure a medal for the country. Sigh!!!
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
I already read similar articles mentioning the nonsensical opinion of Bijender Singh. Bijender is now a 'loose cannon' and can say anything and everything against the present ruling dispensation. You may ask any doctor or any nutritionist whether it is possible to reduce 6 kgs. overnight as stated by Bijender Singh.
Vinesh tried her level best to reduce 2 kgs. overnight; she even took out blood from her body to reduce weight. But even then she failed for 100 gms. I am disheartened but I think last night she only tried NOT to get disqualified in her weight category. She never bothered to win since last night. Due to all such extreme measures, she is now in hospital.
Finally, I only played football, cricket and badminton at college/university level. So, I don't consider myself a sportsperson. But, at the same time, unlike many others, I have been following weight category-based sports like weightlifting/powerlifting, boxing and wrestling for more than thirty years (thanks mainly to our sports teacher in schhol, who used to be an internatiional umpire/judge for weightlifting and boxing). So, I do know a little bit about such sports.
But you must find out from reliable sources whether 6 kg body weight can be reduced overnight.
My sincere sympathy for Vinesh Phogat. She appeared in a new weight category in the Olympics and almost managed to secure a medal for the country. Sigh!!!
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781517
Maintaing the weight to achieve excellence in the sports game might be a dangerous trend as Vinesh Phogat made her last attempt to reduce her weight to fit for her athletes. She approached a route which proved dangerous otherwise causing her hospitalisation due to her mere gain of weight by 100 gm. It is indeed a great setback on her part.
Constant weight measurement might have been included before a week by her dietician to avoid the last-minute frustration she faced.
Constant weight measurement might have been included before a week by her dietician to avoid the last-minute frustration she faced.
#781518
Mr. Partha,
There are similar articles where MC Mary Kom has also claimed to have reduced 2kg weight in 4 hours by skipping to participate in a Gold medal match in Poland. Even there are reports where a MMA fighter lost nearly 8kgs in 19 hours. I don't believe what doctors or nutritionist say, because they are not playing the sports. Nutritionists won't advice anything like that because they know athletes can die while doing so.
We all know athletes are crazy and they can go to extreme levels to achieve their goals. Mostly body is made up of water and these athletes reduce their weight through sweating and not taking any fluids, which can be dangerous. In case of MC Mary Kom, she has mentioned that she reduced her weight through skipping continuously for hours. Even experts say that skipping is the best way to reduce weight because it burns fat. So, I will believe the words of an athlete more than any nutritionist or doctor because they don't know the ground reality.
Thanks and regards.
There are similar articles where MC Mary Kom has also claimed to have reduced 2kg weight in 4 hours by skipping to participate in a Gold medal match in Poland. Even there are reports where a MMA fighter lost nearly 8kgs in 19 hours. I don't believe what doctors or nutritionist say, because they are not playing the sports. Nutritionists won't advice anything like that because they know athletes can die while doing so.
We all know athletes are crazy and they can go to extreme levels to achieve their goals. Mostly body is made up of water and these athletes reduce their weight through sweating and not taking any fluids, which can be dangerous. In case of MC Mary Kom, she has mentioned that she reduced her weight through skipping continuously for hours. Even experts say that skipping is the best way to reduce weight because it burns fat. So, I will believe the words of an athlete more than any nutritionist or doctor because they don't know the ground reality.
Thanks and regards.
#781520
Babu Sir:
Now I have realized that it is not possible for me to make you understand that reducing the weight of 6 kgs overnight is next to impossible. Even if it is done, it causes irreparable harm to the human body. Such a player cannot win any competition after reducing weight to such an extent.
Let us agree to disagree after sympathizing with Vinesh Phogat.
Latest update: Another medal hope for India and another personal favourite of mine, Meerabai Chanu, could not win a medal this time. She was in fourth position in 49 kg. weightlifting.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
Now I have realized that it is not possible for me to make you understand that reducing the weight of 6 kgs overnight is next to impossible. Even if it is done, it causes irreparable harm to the human body. Such a player cannot win any competition after reducing weight to such an extent.
Let us agree to disagree after sympathizing with Vinesh Phogat.
Latest update: Another medal hope for India and another personal favourite of mine, Meerabai Chanu, could not win a medal this time. She was in fourth position in 49 kg. weightlifting.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781525
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Everyone,
The sabotage claims are all nonsense. Let's not get this thread off-track about the weight issue and extreme measures athletes take. We will discuss this in a separate thread.
The latest news is that Vinesh has retired from the sport with a heart-rending note.
Sable and Jyothi have not qualified for the next round. In weightlifting another 4th place finish. In golf, Aditi has slipped to the 13th position after leading at the top, while Diksha is in 7th.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
The sabotage claims are all nonsense. Let's not get this thread off-track about the weight issue and extreme measures athletes take. We will discuss this in a separate thread.
The latest news is that Vinesh has retired from the sport with a heart-rending note.
Sable and Jyothi have not qualified for the next round. In weightlifting another 4th place finish. In golf, Aditi has slipped to the 13th position after leading at the top, while Diksha is in 7th.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781531
Today Indian men's hockey team will be playing against Spain for the Bronze Medal. I wish them good luck in this match. Neeraj Chopra is also going to be the centre of attraction in the Javelin throw. Hope both events will bring India medals.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781535
Now it is confirmed that India won't surpass the previous Olympics medal tally. We still have some medals up for grabs but the way things are going, it doesn't look good at all. Even in Javelin throw there are way too many competitors popping up in the qualifying.
The biggest danger for Neeraj Chopra will be Andersen Peters who can easily cross 90m. Even the Pakistani Arshad Nadeem can cross 90m. Other Javelin athletes like Julian Weber and Yakub Valdejch are also a threat because they are consistently throwing above 85m. In hockey I don't have any hope because umpiring is way too partial. Even in the semi-final the umpiring was third class which allowed Germany to win.
Thanks and regards.
The biggest danger for Neeraj Chopra will be Andersen Peters who can easily cross 90m. Even the Pakistani Arshad Nadeem can cross 90m. Other Javelin athletes like Julian Weber and Yakub Valdejch are also a threat because they are consistently throwing above 85m. In hockey I don't have any hope because umpiring is way too partial. Even in the semi-final the umpiring was third class which allowed Germany to win.
Thanks and regards.
#781541
Finally, India break the jinx of 4th place finish and win a Bronze medal in Men's hockey. Congrats to men's hockey team, they have been the real fighters for India in this Olympics.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781542
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Hurrah! Congratulations to the Indian hockey team! Happy for them.
Looking forward to Aman's semi-final wrestling bout later tonight, and hoping to see Aditi and Diskha back in contention for a medal after their drastic slips on the leaderboard of the golf event.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
Looking forward to Aman's semi-final wrestling bout later tonight, and hoping to see Aditi and Diskha back in contention for a medal after their drastic slips on the leaderboard of the golf event.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781544
It is very nice that India won Bronze in Men's hockey. Now India is having 4 medals to its credit. Team India won over Spain 2- 1. Veteran PR Sreejesh stopped a goal in the final quarter to seal India's 2-1 win over Spain. Congratulations to India. Let us wait for at least one more good news tonight.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781546
I was eagerly but anxiously waiting for this match. Finally India won and got the bronze medal.
India was in a very tough group and reached the quarter-final from this group. They had a defeat at the hands of Belgium, the gold medal winner of the last Olympics. In the quarter-final, India won against Great Britain but suffered a terrible loss in the form of Amit Rohidas, the best defender of the team, who was shown red card and was suspended for the next matches.
In the semi, India felt the absence of Rohidas and ultimately lost the match against Germany. In the match for bronze, India has now defeated Spain.
Congratulations to all Indian players, but special mention Captain Harmanpreet and Goalkeeper Sreejesh, both of whom played their best tournament in Paris.
And this Bronze medal is a very sweet farewell gift for Sreejesh, who has played his last international match for India.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
India was in a very tough group and reached the quarter-final from this group. They had a defeat at the hands of Belgium, the gold medal winner of the last Olympics. In the quarter-final, India won against Great Britain but suffered a terrible loss in the form of Amit Rohidas, the best defender of the team, who was shown red card and was suspended for the next matches.
In the semi, India felt the absence of Rohidas and ultimately lost the match against Germany. In the match for bronze, India has now defeated Spain.
Congratulations to all Indian players, but special mention Captain Harmanpreet and Goalkeeper Sreejesh, both of whom played their best tournament in Paris.
And this Bronze medal is a very sweet farewell gift for Sreejesh, who has played his last international match for India.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781549
Fantastic performance by our hockey team, they defied all the injustice thrown at them and came out victorious. Great win for India and they deserved more than a Bronze medal. Congrats to PR Sreejesh for serving India for such a long time. I don't think we will have a better goalkeeper in hockey.
Thanks and regards.
Thanks and regards.
#781562
Congratulations to the hockey team of India for securing prestigious bronze medal in Paris Olympics. It was a tough going since beginning but India played very consistently reaching this milestone. Well done.
Also, hearty congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for winning Silver medal in Javelin throw. Great achievement and we are proud of him.
Knowledge is power.
Also, hearty congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for winning Silver medal in Javelin throw. Great achievement and we are proud of him.
Knowledge is power.
#781564
Neeraj Chopra has missed the gold but has brought silver in the javelin throw. His performance in the final was not good. His two attempts were rejected and it created pressure on him. Even then, this (silver medal) is so far the best medal for India in this tournament.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781565
As expected Neeraj Chopra didn't hit 90 metre mark and got the silver medal. I had already mentioned in post #781535 that Javelin field is becoming competitive and if Neeraj Chopra doesn't raise his level, others like Arshad Nadeem and Andersen Peters will take his place.
Neeraj Chopra was lucky that Andersen Peters didn't performed to his full potential otherwise he would have got Bronze medal. Arshad Nadeem on the other hand crossed 90 metre mark twice and created an Olympic record. For the first time in history of Olympics India will be placed below Pakistan in Olympics rankings.
Thanks and regards.
Neeraj Chopra was lucky that Andersen Peters didn't performed to his full potential otherwise he would have got Bronze medal. Arshad Nadeem on the other hand crossed 90 metre mark twice and created an Olympic record. For the first time in history of Olympics India will be placed below Pakistan in Olympics rankings.
Thanks and regards.
#781566
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Hearty congrats to the Indian Hockey team and Neeraj Chopra! Well played.
Goodbye to the wall of Indian hockey, P.R. Sreejesh! His contribution to the sport will be etched in the history of Indian hockey in golden letters.
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
Goodbye to the wall of Indian hockey, P.R. Sreejesh! His contribution to the sport will be etched in the history of Indian hockey in golden letters.
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
#781569
#781565: " For the first time in history of Olympics India will be placed below Pakistan in Olympics rankings."----------This statement is factually incorrect on two counts.
(a) In this Olympics, considering the total medal tallies, India will not be below Pakistan.
(b) Earlier, in some Olympics, Pakistan was above India in Olympics table. I can readily say that in 1960 (Pakistan one gold, India one silver), 1968, 1972, 1976, 1984, 1988 and in 1992, Pakistan was above India in Olympics medal table.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
(a) In this Olympics, considering the total medal tallies, India will not be below Pakistan.
(b) Earlier, in some Olympics, Pakistan was above India in Olympics table. I can readily say that in 1960 (Pakistan one gold, India one silver), 1968, 1972, 1976, 1984, 1988 and in 1992, Pakistan was above India in Olympics medal table.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781570
Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for bringing a silver medal to India. Now medals tally has gone up to 5. Four Bronze and one silver.
Pakistan got only one medal. But as that is a Gold medal. in the list, Pakistan is much above India. But number of medals to India are five. That way India is in a better position.
Aman Sehrawat will be performing today in men's 57kg wrestling and there is a chance for him to win a Bronze. I wish all the best to Aman.
drrao
always confident
Pakistan got only one medal. But as that is a Gold medal. in the list, Pakistan is much above India. But number of medals to India are five. That way India is in a better position.
Aman Sehrawat will be performing today in men's 57kg wrestling and there is a chance for him to win a Bronze. I wish all the best to Aman.
drrao
always confident
#781571
Mr. Partha,
I agree with your second point but according to IOC number of gold medals decides who will be ranked above. You can clearly see that USA has far more medals by any country in the world, but still China was number 1 in standings when they had greater number of gold medals. I am providing you the screenshot of the rule mentioned on the Olympics official website.
Thanks and regards.
I agree with your second point but according to IOC number of gold medals decides who will be ranked above. You can clearly see that USA has far more medals by any country in the world, but still China was number 1 in standings when they had greater number of gold medals. I am providing you the screenshot of the rule mentioned on the Olympics official website.
Thanks and regards.
#781578
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Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra for winning a second consecutive Olympic medal! Well done, Arshad Nadeem for winning the gold and creating a new Olympic record. Wow! I am quite thrilled that Asians topped in the event.
Partha- Babu is absolutely correct. You need to check the facts. Pakistan is 53rd and India is 64th in the official medals tally.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
Partha- Babu is absolutely correct. You need to check the facts. Pakistan is 53rd and India is 64th in the official medals tally.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781579
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Did you watch the 4x400 relay teams? While the women's team was totally out of depth and finished last, it was very exciting to watch the men's team. I was shouting like crazy, egging them on, when the third runner ran an incredible race and practically caught up with the leaders, while the last one did his utmost and eventually the team finished fifth. If I am not mistaken, it is their best-ever timing. Well done Team India! This team has potential, proved by their qualification for the finals of the World Athletics Championships last year and unnerving the mighty US team, and we can expect medals in future international competitions.
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781580
It's always nice to see athletics on TV and javelin event is one of my favorite just because of Neeraj Chopra. He has brought India so much laurels that no other athlete has done. Even Arshad Nadeem has been inspired by the heroics of Neeraj Chopra and that's why he had the belief to achieve. Now he has even defeated Neeraj Chopra to win a Gold medal. Nice to see both of them winning but as an Indian, I am disappointed that Neeraj Chopra didn't crossed 90 metre mark. May be he is not fully fit that's why he was not able to get that Gold medal. Nevertheless, it is still an Olympic medal and makes him one of the few athletes to win medals in consecutive Olympics.
I had great expectations from men's 4x400 relay team because they had done well in world athletics championship. India can do better in athletics for sure but Africans are genetically more stronger in these events. You can look at running events of Olympics and you will barely see any non-african origin person winning such races.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
I had great expectations from men's 4x400 relay team because they had done well in world athletics championship. India can do better in athletics for sure but Africans are genetically more stronger in these events. You can look at running events of Olympics and you will barely see any non-african origin person winning such races.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781586
#781571 and #781578: Yes, I have checked and found that both of you are absolutely correct. I have read this article: https://www.sportingnews.com/in/olympics/news/explained-why-pakistan-above-india-paris-olympics-medal-tally-despite-winning-just-1-medal/ae8415f16f861113b4f89b53
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781592
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Something wonderful to cheer about- Aman Sehrawat won the bronze medal in the 57kg category, defeating Darian Toi Cruz of Puerto Rico with a clear margin of 13-5. Congratulations to him! Incidentally, he is now India's youngest medal winner (earlier it was P.V. Sindhu).
I read a report that our 4x400m men's relay team missed the final by a whisker of a few seconds after the Nigerian team was disqualified. Yet another unfortunate near-miss. In golf, both Aditi and Diksha have drastically dropped down the leaderboard to the 40th and 41st positions, respectively. Can they make any dramatic improvements in the last round today? We also have one final wrestler on the mat today- Reetika Hooda in the 76kg category. Best wishes to her!
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
I read a report that our 4x400m men's relay team missed the final by a whisker of a few seconds after the Nigerian team was disqualified. Yet another unfortunate near-miss. In golf, both Aditi and Diksha have drastically dropped down the leaderboard to the 40th and 41st positions, respectively. Can they make any dramatic improvements in the last round today? We also have one final wrestler on the mat today- Reetika Hooda in the 76kg category. Best wishes to her!
When you make a commitment, you create hope. When you keep a commitment you create trust! ~ John C. Maxwell
#781593
Congratulations to Aman Sehrawat on his successful bronze medal and on becoming the first youngest Indian to win a medal in the Olympics.
Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra, the first track and field athlete in independent India to win two medals at the Olympics.
So far India won one silver medal and 5 bronze medals.
What will be the course verdict about the silver medal to Vinesh? wait and watch.
drrao
always confident
Congratulations to Neeraj Chopra, the first track and field athlete in independent India to win two medals at the Olympics.
So far India won one silver medal and 5 bronze medals.
What will be the course verdict about the silver medal to Vinesh? wait and watch.
drrao
always confident
#781600
Congrats Aman Sehrawat for winning bronze medal in wrestling. He looks like a future star for India as he is one of the youngest ever to win a medal at Olympics.
There are reports coming that he shed 4.6 kg weight in 10 hours to participate in the bronze medal match. He didn't even sleep before this bronze medal match. It seems such weight gain and loss is a common routine in wrestling. It is certainly a great act by this wrestler or one more disqualification would have been a nightmare.
Thanks and regards.
There are reports coming that he shed 4.6 kg weight in 10 hours to participate in the bronze medal match. He didn't even sleep before this bronze medal match. It seems such weight gain and loss is a common routine in wrestling. It is certainly a great act by this wrestler or one more disqualification would have been a nightmare.
Thanks and regards.
#781611
Ultimately, India gets its first wrestling medal thanks to Aman Sehrawat. Congratulations to this very young wrestler presently competing in 57 kg. category.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781617
My congratulations to Aman Sehrawat for winning a Bronze Medal in wrestling. He has shown his potential by securing a medal. Being a young chap, we have a lot of expectations from the athlete.
#781618
Paris Olympics is coming to end and India's final medal tally remains at 6 medals with 1 silver and 5 bronze. India is placed 71 in the standings, which is lower than the 48th rank in Tokyo Olympics.
Now coming to the leaders of this Olympics. China looks like the number 1 at the moment with maximum number of Gold medals. USA is second and I think this will be the first time if they fail to remain number 1. Chinese are absolutely ruling in every field at the moment.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
Now coming to the leaders of this Olympics. China looks like the number 1 at the moment with maximum number of Gold medals. USA is second and I think this will be the first time if they fail to remain number 1. Chinese are absolutely ruling in every field at the moment.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781638
As tomorrow is court verdict for Vine sh, let us finger crossed whether our medal tally remains same or increase but however position may be same.
Let us wait for the next Olympics 2028 more medals to get.
Being athlete myself during childhood it is really happy to witness there and also to read the updates here daily.
shasthranaam Ganitham moordhanisthitham
Let us wait for the next Olympics 2028 more medals to get.
Being athlete myself during childhood it is really happy to witness there and also to read the updates here daily.
shasthranaam Ganitham moordhanisthitham
#781643
I don't know how will they accommodate Vinesh for silver medal when already athletes have been awarded gold, silver, and bronze for the event. There are no two medals for a single event, so I don't think she will get any medal.
The same kind of disqualification has happened with many athletes previously, which makes this case a straightforward one. It will be an injustice to all those athletes if Vinesh is given some special treatment. We shouldn't expect any medals because everything was according to rules.
Thanks and regards.
The same kind of disqualification has happened with many athletes previously, which makes this case a straightforward one. It will be an injustice to all those athletes if Vinesh is given some special treatment. We shouldn't expect any medals because everything was according to rules.
Thanks and regards.
#781656
But still people are waiting with finger crossed at the CAS for a joint medal of silver as she was qualified a day before when she got silver and so now the situation is tricky as it is extended to second day with 100 GMs overweight.
shasthranaam Ganitham moordhanisthitham
shasthranaam Ganitham moordhanisthitham
#781657
Still there is no decision on Vinesh Phogat disqualification and deadline has been extended to 16th August 2024. It looks like they are waiting for the matter to settle down because they can't upset 1.4 billion people with their verdict.
In contrast CAS gave a quick verdict on Romanian gymnast's bronze medal snub. Romanian President was furious about the decision of the judges and he even said about boycott of closing ceremony. This Olympics has been the most controversial one and it looks like judges have been bribed to support influential nations like USA, France, etc.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
In contrast CAS gave a quick verdict on Romanian gymnast's bronze medal snub. Romanian President was furious about the decision of the judges and he even said about boycott of closing ceremony. This Olympics has been the most controversial one and it looks like judges have been bribed to support influential nations like USA, France, etc.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781659
Even games are also getting politicised and the people who are supposed to be unbiased are becoming biased. In such a situation merit will get demotivated. I think that the verdict about Vinesh also will not be in favour of Vinesh. Anyhow let us wait and see.
drrao
always confident
drrao
always confident
#781673
Everything is politicised these days. Olympics is not about just sports these days. Top sporting nations see it as an ego booster these days. A country with greater number of medals means superiority according to them.
Thanks and regards.
Thanks and regards.
#781678
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Let me reiterate my stance at #781507. It is not about the medal, was she deserving is the question.
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
'Educating the mind without educating the heart is no education at all'.
-Aristotle
#781685
The verdict is out! Vinesh Phogat won't get the silver. That's the end of India's 2024 Olympics campaign.
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
(a) Those who have forgotten Noakhali, how can they protest Sandeshkhali?
(b) Have no fear of perfection - you'll never reach it. ---------- Salvador Dali
#781689
Vinesh Phogat's case was clear cut because rules are already known to athletes before the competition starts. It is the fault of the athlete if he/she doesn't abide by the rules. There was no chance of a medal after she failed to comply by the weight standards but we Indians are emotional and always look to find positive things inspite of being wrong.
If Vinesh was given a silver medal, it would have caused a storm in the wrestling world because there have been many cases of disqualified athletes because of this rule. All those athletes will start protesting just because Vinesh Phogat got a special treatment. The best thing to deal with this issue it change of rules for future events so that athletes don't feel disappointed.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
If Vinesh was given a silver medal, it would have caused a storm in the wrestling world because there have been many cases of disqualified athletes because of this rule. All those athletes will start protesting just because Vinesh Phogat got a special treatment. The best thing to deal with this issue it change of rules for future events so that athletes don't feel disappointed.
Humble yourself or life will do it for you!
#781694
It is an unfortunate case that Vinesh Phogat could not secure a judgment in her favour despite her expectations. The final decision could have been taken by the athlete committee. However, they allowed the court for the final judgement so that no one should blame the committee for any adverse decision.
The case could have been reversed with the close contact of a dietician providing her with a diet regimen before fortnight to reduce her weight systematically. The only unfortunate part is the surge of a negligible weight being a cause of her disqualification.
The case could have been reversed with the close contact of a dietician providing her with a diet regimen before fortnight to reduce her weight systematically. The only unfortunate part is the surge of a negligible weight being a cause of her disqualification.
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