Ramita Jindal, representing India, focuses intently as she competes in the women's 10m air rifle event at the Paris 2024 Olympics. © Twitter (@WSportsZone)
As the Paris 2024 Olympics heat up, Indian athletes are set to shine today, July 29, with a packed schedule featuring rifle shooters, archers, and other top contenders. Here’s a detailed look at India’s prospects and critical events for the day.
Indian shooters Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta are in the spotlight as they aim to secure medals in the 10m air rifle events.
Ramita Jindal, who finished fifth in the women’s 10m air rifle qualification round on Sunday, is set to compete in the finals at 1:00 PM IST. Her strong performance in the qualifiers has raised hopes for a podium finish.
Arjun Babuta, who secured seventh place in the men’s 10m air rifle qualification round, will compete in the finals at 3:30 PM IST. Babuta’s precision and consistency will be crucial in today’s high-stakes event.
The 10m air pistol mixed team event will also see Manu Bhaker, India’s first medallist at Paris 2024, team up with Sarabjot Singh. Their qualification round begins at 12:45 PM IST, and fans are optimistic about their chances.
Archery: Team India Takes Aim
The Indian men’s archery team, comprising Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep Rai, and Pravin Jadhav, is set to face Turkiye or Colombia in the quarter-finals at 6:31 PM IST.
Should they advance, the semi-finals are scheduled from 7:17 PM IST, followed by the bronze and gold medal matches at 8:18 PM IST and 8:41 PM IST, respectively. With their recent form, the trio is expected to make a significant impact.
Hockey: India vs Argentina Showdown
In men’s hockey, the Indian team ranked sixth in the world, faces world No. 7 Argentina at 4:15 PM IST at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium. Led by Harmanpreet Singh, the Indian squad is coming off a thrilling 3-2 victory over New Zealand. A win today is crucial for their quarter-final aspirations in the competitive Pool B, which includes powerhouses like Belgium and Australia.
Badminton: Crucial Matches Ahead
Indian shuttlers have a busy day with several high-stakes matches:
Men’s Doubles Group C: The world No. 3 pair of Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty face Germany’s Mark Lamsfuss and Marvin Seidel at 12:00 PM IST. A win will strengthen their position in the group.
Women’s Doubles Group C: Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa take on the formidable Japanese duo of Nami Matsuyama and Chiharu Shida at 12:50 PM IST. This match is critical for their progression in the tournament.
Men’s Singles Group L: World No. 18 Lakshya Sen goes up against Belgium’s Julien Carraggi at 5:30 PM IST. After winning his first match, Sen will look to continue his strong performance.
Table Tennis: Manika Batra in Action
Indian table tennis star Manika Batra will compete against France’s Prithika Pavade in Tuesday’s women’s singles round of 32 at 12:30 AM IST. Ranked 28th in the world, Batra faces a challenging match against the higher-ranked Pavade.
Complete Schedule for India on July 29 (All times in IST)
Badminton
- Men’s Doubles Group C: Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty vs Mark Lamsfuss/Marvin Seidel (GER) 12:00 PM IST
- Women’s Doubles Group C: Tanisha Crasto/Ashwini Ponnappa vs Nami Matsuyama/Chiharu Shida (JPN) 12:50 PM IST
- Men’s Singles Group L: Lakshya Sen vs Julien Carraggi (BEL) 5:30 PM IST
Archery
- Men’s Team Quarter-Finals: Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep Rai, Pravin Jadhav 6:31 PM IST
- Men’s Team Semi-Finals: (If qualified) 7:17 PM IST onwards
- Men’s Team Bronze Medal Match: (If qualified) 8:18 PM IST
- Men’s Team Gold Medal Match: (If qualified) 8:41 PM IST
Hockey
- Men’s Pool B: India vs Argentina 4:15 PM IST
Shooting
- 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team: Sarabjot Singh/Manu Bhaker and Arjun Cheema/Rhythm Sangwan 12:45 PM IST
- Men’s Trap Qualification: Prithviraj Tondaiman 1:00 PM IST
- Women’s 10m Air Rifle Final: Ramita Jindal 1:00 PM IST
- Men’s 10m Air Rifle Final: Arjun Babuta 3:30 PM IST
Table Tennis
- Women’s Singles Round of 32: Manika Batra vs Prithika Pavade (FRA) 12:30 AM IST (Tuesday)
With a thrilling day ahead, Indian sports enthusiasts eagerly anticipate strong performance from their athletes at the Paris 2024 Olympics. Stay linked for live updates and results as India aims to climb the medals tally!
