Tag: Olympics

“His success has delighted the entire nation”: Rajnath Singh on Neeraj Chopra after his silver medal in Paris Olympics

Rajnath Singh took to social media and said that he is the epitome of hard work, dedication, consistency and also his success has delighted the whole country.

August 9, 2024

“I gave my best, but it was Arshad’s day”: Neeraj Chopra reflects on missing gold at Paris Olympics

Following his performance, Chopra became the second male athlete post-independence to win two Olympic medals in an individual event.

August 9, 2024

India’s top lawyer Harish Salve to represent IOA in Vinesh Phogat’s CAS hearing today

Salve's expertise will be crucial in addressing the legal and procedural aspects of the dispute. 

August 9, 2024

“Today was Pakistan’s day, but we won silver”: Neeraj Chopra’s father on his son’s Paris Olympics performance

Neeraj delivered his season-best attempt of 89.45m, but it wasn't close to Arshad's humongous throw of 92.97 meters. 

August 9, 2024

Neeraj Chopra wins silver in men’s javelin at Paris Olympics, falls short of gold

Chopra's best throw came on his second attempt, but he struggled with four consecutive foul throws, which prevented him from winning gold.

August 9, 2024

Dharmendra calls Vinesh Phogat “brave adventurous daughter” following her retirement

Phogat had advanced to the gold medal bout by defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

After opposition uproar in RS over Vinesh disqualification, Chairman Dhankar calls floor leaders meeting

"The whole country is hopeful that she will rise again and fight. But why is the Government of India silent?" Congress MP Surjewala said.

August 8, 2024

Neeraj Chopra aims to make it two-in-two with historic gold medal in Paris Olympics

The final will be played on Thursday at 11:55 pm IST. He successfully breached the qualification mark of 84.00 m.

August 8, 2024

“Vinesh Phogat is champion for us:” CM Saini says Haryana will felicitate her like medalist

Vinesh had entered the Gold Medal bout after beating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024

Vinesh Phogat announces retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification

Phogat had advanced to the gold medal bout by defeating Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez 5-0 in the semi-finals on Tuesday night.

August 8, 2024