<p><strong>Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem</strong> on Thursday (Aug 8) scripted history for his nation as he became the first Olympian in 32 years to win an Olympic medal at the ongoing Paris Games. Arshad, who won&nbsp;gold medal in the javelin throw for Pakistan ended the nation’s drought having carried the weight of the entire nation. He was the flag bearer for the nation and smashed the Olympic record to win the gold medal with a throw of 92.97 meters.</p>

<h2><strong>Arshad Nadeem scripts history</strong></h2>

<p>Coming into the Olympics as one of the favourites to challenge the defending champion, Neeraj Chopra of India, Arshad was set to end the nation’s drought at the quadrennial event. Not only did he cross the coveted 90-m mark once but did it twice during his six throws to set up a benchmark for the nation. Nadeem with the Olympic medal became only the third Pakistani athlete to win an individual medal at the Olympics.</p>

<p>He joined Hussain Shah (1998 Seoul Olympics bronze) and Muhammad Bashir (1960 Rome Olympics bronze) to have won individual Olympic medals for the nation.</p>

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<p>Overall Arshad’s gold medal was Pakistan’s fourth in their history having won three in field hockey in the past. The last gold medal for the nation came at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984 with the last medal of any sort coming at the Barcelona Games in 1992 where they again won bronze in field hockey.</p>

<h2><strong>Who is Arshad Nadeem?</strong></h2>

<p>Born in Mian Channu in the Punjab province, Arshad was a born-athlete and excelled in multiple sports during his early school days. However, it was not until he met his coach Rasheed Ahmad Saqi who discovered his talent in javelin throw. He would often represent his school and college in multiple sports including cricket, but javelin throw became his primary sport after he started taking it seriously during his college days.</p>

<p>Now 27, Arshad in 2015 started taking the event seriously and attracted attention after his famous throws at the Punjab Youth Festivals. He received a scholarship in 2016 from World Athletics and never looked back since then.</p>


Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem on Thursday (Aug 8) scripted history for his nation as he became the first Olympian in 32 years to win an Olympic medal at the ongoing Paris Games.

Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem on Thursday (Aug 8) scripted history for his nation as he became the first Olympian in 32 years to win an Olympic medal at the ongoing Paris Games. Arshad, who won gold medal in the javelin throw for Pakistan ended the nation’s drought having carried the weight of the entire nation. He was the flag bearer for the nation and smashed the Olympic record to win the gold medal with a throw of 92.97 meters. Arshad Nadeem scripts history Coming into the Olympics as one of the favourites to challenge the defending champion, Neeraj Chopra of India, Arshad was set to end the nation’s drought at the quadrennial event. Not only did he cross the coveted 90-m mark once but did it twice during his six throws to set up a benchmark for the nation. Nadeem with the Olympic medal became only the third Pakistani athlete to win an individual medal at the Olympics. He joined Hussain Shah (1998 Seoul Olympics bronze) and Muhammad Bashir (1960 Rome Olympics bronze) to have won individual Olympic medals for the nation. ALSO READ | Paris Olympics 2024: India's Neeraj Chopra settles for silver in javelin throw; Pak's Arshad Nadeem wins gold Overall Arshad’s gold medal was Pakistan’s fourth in their history having won three in field hockey in the past. The last gold medal for the nation came at the Los Angeles Olympics in 1984 with the last medal of any sort coming at the Barcelona Games in 1992 where they again won bronze in field hockey. Who is Arshad Nadeem? Born in Mian Channu in the Punjab province, Arshad was a born-athlete and excelled in multiple sports during his early school days. However, it was not until he met his coach Rasheed Ahmad Saqi who discovered his talent in javelin throw. He would often represent his school and college in multiple sports including cricket, but javelin throw became his primary sport after he started taking it seriously during his college days. Now 27, Arshad in 2015 started taking the event seriously and attracted attention after his famous throws at the Punjab Youth Festivals. He received a scholarship in 2016 from World Athletics and never looked back since then.

Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem ends nation's 32-year wait for an Olympic medal; becomes first individual to win gold

Indian wrestler Antim Panghal and her entourage will be deported from Paris following the cancellation of her Paris Olympics 2024 accreditation. This decision came after Antim’s sister, Nisha, attempted to use the wrestler’s accreditation to enter the Olympic Games Village and was detained by police. Watch in for more details!

Paris Olympics 2024: India's Antim Panghal sent back home after security breach

<p>The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will listen to Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s plea on Friday (Aug 9) after she filed a petition for reconsideration of her Paris Olympics disqualification. Vinesh, on Wednesday, was disqualified from the women’s 50kg freestyle category gold medal match after she was found overweight during the official weigh-in. The Indian government on the other hand has approached Harish Salve to represent Phogat at the CAS hearing which takes place at 10 am local time on Friday.</p>

<h2><strong>Vinesh Phogat's hearing postponed</strong></h2>

<p>With the Indian wrestler’s plea being accepted by the CAS on Thursday, the hearing was scheduled for Thursday evening. However, according to the latest developments, the hearing was postponed to Friday morning. The CAS has also asked the Indian wrestler to finalise a lawyer before the hearing takes place on Friday. The Indian government is looking to hire senior lawyer Salve who has represented the nation at the International Court of Justice in the past.</p>

<p>Earlier on Thursday, Vinesh announced that she is retiring from the sport with the Paris Olympics being her last official tournament.</p>

<p>In an extremely sad post, Vinesh apologised to her mother, saying "Mother, wrestling won and I lost to it, please forgive me. Your dreams, my strength, everything is shattered, I don't have any more strength left in me."</p>

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<p>Vinesh was disqualified after being found 100 grams overweight at the official weigh-in on the morning of the final on Wednesday (Aug 7).</p>

<p>Indian Olympic contingent's chief physician Dinshaw Pardiwala informed earlier that the support staff did all they could to bring the weight down but unfortunately failed. She was later hospitalised at a local polyclinic as a precaution.</p>

<p>Phogat was discharged from the polyclinic after recuperating from dehydration for trying to lose weight ahead of the final.</p>


The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will listen to Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s plea on Friday (Aug 9) after she filed a petition for reconsideration of her Paris Olympics disqualification.

The Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) will listen to Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat’s plea on Friday (Aug 9) after she filed a petition for reconsideration of her Paris Olympics disqualification. Vinesh, on Wednesday, was disqualified from the women’s 50kg freestyle category gold medal match after she was found overweight during the official weigh-in. The Indian government on the other hand has approached Harish Salve to represent Phogat at the CAS hearing which takes place at 10 am local time on Friday. Vinesh Phogat's hearing postponed With the Indian wrestler’s plea being accepted by the CAS on Thursday, the hearing was scheduled for Thursday evening. However, according to the latest developments, the hearing was postponed to Friday morning. The CAS has also asked the Indian wrestler to finalise a lawyer before the hearing takes place on Friday. The Indian government is looking to hire senior lawyer Salve who has represented the nation at the International Court of Justice in the past. Earlier on Thursday, Vinesh announced that she is retiring from the sport with the Paris Olympics being her last official tournament. In an extremely sad post, Vinesh apologised to her mother, saying "Mother, wrestling won and I lost to it, please forgive me. Your dreams, my strength, everything is shattered, I don't have any more strength left in me." ALSO READ | Paris Olympics: PR Sreejesh stars in farewell game as Indian men’s hockey team win bronze, social media reacts Vinesh was disqualified after being found 100 grams overweight at the official weigh-in on the morning of the final on Wednesday (Aug 7). Indian Olympic contingent's chief physician Dinshaw Pardiwala informed earlier that the support staff did all they could to bring the weight down but unfortunately failed. She was later hospitalised at a local polyclinic as a precaution. Phogat was discharged from the polyclinic after recuperating from dehydration for trying to lose weight ahead of the final.

Vinesh Phogat disqualification: CAS to hear Indian wrestler's plea on Aug 9; Harish Salve likely to represent

Indian hockey legend PR Sreejesh's glorious career has come to an end after the goalkeeper won a second straight Olympic bronze medal. Sreejesh spoke to WION's Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo in Paris.

Exclusive: PR Sreejesh ends career on a high

Top medal hopeful and silver medalist at the Tokyo Olympics, Mirabai Chanu finished fourth in the women’s 49 kg weightlifting final on Wednesday. Watch in for more updates!

Paris Olympics 2024: Mirabai Chanu finishes fourth in 49kg weightlifting event

<p>India’s Aman Sehrawat will fight for a bronze medal after he was ousted in the semifinal of the men’s 57kg category wrestling on Thursday (Aug 8). Sehrawat who could have guaranteed at least a silver medal for India in the Olympics lost to Japan’s Rei Higuchi on technical superiority. Sehrawat lost 10-0 as the bout lasted little over three minutes before the Japanese were declared winner and advanced to the gold medal match.</p>

<h2><strong>Sehrawat to contest for bronze</strong></h2>

<p>Hoping to erase the pain of Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification in the women’s 50kg category, Sehrawat walked into the bout on the back of consecutive wins on technical superiority. However, he was given a taste of his own medicine having lost 10-0 and eliminated from the gold medal race. The match lasted a little over three matches, eliminating Sehrawat in a one-sided contest.</p>

<p>The defeat for the Indian grappler means he will compete for the bronze medal on Friday where he will have two opportunities. Even if Sehrawat loses the bronze medal match he will advance to the repechage round where he can win a bronze medal.</p>

<p>A win in the bronze medal match will continue India’s tradition of winning an Olympic medal in wrestling in the last five editions. In 2008 Sushilkumar won a bronze medal and upgraded it to silver in the 2012 London Games along Yogeshwar Dutt. In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Sakshi Malik clinched a bronze while Ravi Dahiya won a silver medal in the Tokyo Olympics.</p>

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<h2><strong>India adds fourth Paris Olympic medal</strong></h2>

<p>Earlier, India added a fourth medal to its tally at the Paris Olympics when they won bronze in men’s hockey. India beat Spain 2-1 and won back-to-back medals in men’s hockey for the first time in 52 years. India won a bronze medal in Mexico in 1968 followed by another bronze in the 1972 Munich Olympics. This is also India’s fourth bronze medal at the Olympic Games taking the overall tally to 13. In its glorious history, India has won eight gold medals along with a silver in the 1956 Melbourne Games while adding to the four bronze medals.</p>

<p>The match also dropped curtains on PR Sreejesh’s illustrious career having served the nation for over two decades.</p>


India’s Aman Sehrawat will fight for a bronze medal after he was ousted in the semifinal of the men’s 57kg category wrestling on Thursday (Aug 8). Sehrawat who could have guaranteed at least a silver medal for India in the Olympics lost to Japan’s Rei Higuchi on technical superiority.

India’s Aman Sehrawat will fight for a bronze medal after he was ousted in the semifinal of the men’s 57kg category wrestling on Thursday (Aug 8). Sehrawat who could have guaranteed at least a silver medal for India in the Olympics lost to Japan’s Rei Higuchi on technical superiority. Sehrawat lost 10-0 as the bout lasted little over three minutes before the Japanese were declared winner and advanced to the gold medal match. Sehrawat to contest for bronze Hoping to erase the pain of Vinesh Phogat’s disqualification in the women’s 50kg category, Sehrawat walked into the bout on the back of consecutive wins on technical superiority. However, he was given a taste of his own medicine having lost 10-0 and eliminated from the gold medal race. The match lasted a little over three matches, eliminating Sehrawat in a one-sided contest. The defeat for the Indian grappler means he will compete for the bronze medal on Friday where he will have two opportunities. Even if Sehrawat loses the bronze medal match he will advance to the repechage round where he can win a bronze medal. A win in the bronze medal match will continue India’s tradition of winning an Olympic medal in wrestling in the last five editions. In 2008 Sushilkumar won a bronze medal and upgraded it to silver in the 2012 London Games along Yogeshwar Dutt. In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Sakshi Malik clinched a bronze while Ravi Dahiya won a silver medal in the Tokyo Olympics. ALSO READ | Paris Olympics: PR Sreejesh stars in farewell game as Indian men’s hockey team win bronze, social media reacts India adds fourth Paris Olympic medal Earlier, India added a fourth medal to its tally at the Paris Olympics when they won bronze in men’s hockey. India beat Spain 2-1 and won back-to-back medals in men’s hockey for the first time in 52 years. India won a bronze medal in Mexico in 1968 followed by another bronze in the 1972 Munich Olympics. This is also India’s fourth bronze medal at the Olympic Games taking the overall tally to 13. In its glorious history, India has won eight gold medals along with a silver in the 1956 Melbourne Games while adding to the four bronze medals. The match also dropped curtains on PR Sreejesh’s illustrious career having served the nation for over two decades.

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India's Aman Sehrawat beats Albania's Zelimkhan Abakarov to enter men's 57kg wrestling semi-finals. 12-0 win via technical superiority after an unsuccesful challenge from the Albanian. He will take on top-seed Rei Higuchi of Japan for a place in the final. Aman now only one win away from securing a medal for India

Paris Olympics 2024: India's Aman Sehrawat one win away from medal |

<p>India have added one more medal to their hockey Olympics cabinet after they beat Spain 2-1 in men’s hockey on Thursday (Aug 8). The Indian men’s team in the bronze medal match beat Spain to claim their 13th medal in the Olympics with the latest success in Paris. The match also saw PR Sreejesh end his career on a high, having&nbsp;won back-to-back medals in men’s hockey at the Olympics after clinching&nbsp;the bronze in Tokyo last time..</p>

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<h2><strong>India win&nbsp;bronze medal</strong></h2>

<p>Having lost a close contest against Germany in the semifinal, India were in the bronze medal match against Spain. It was a poor start for the eight-time Olympic champions as they conceded a goal in the first quarter and were on the backfoot before Harmanpreet Singh equalised in the second quarter. The Men in Blue then scored the winning goal in the third quarter when skipper Harmanpreet scored again from a penalty corner.</p>

<p>Spain pushed hard for an equaliser but were denied a clear sight of the goal. Spain had two penalty corners in the dying moment of the match but were undone as&nbsp;PR Sreejesh made two excellent saves to help India win the bronze medal.</p>

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<h2><strong>India extends Olympic medal run</strong></h2>

<p>This is the first time since 1972 that India has won back-to-back medals at the Olympics, having won bronze in Mexico in 1968 followed by another bronze in the 1972 Munich Olympics. This is also India’s fourth bronze medal at the Olympic Games, taking the overall tally to 13. In its glorious history, India has won eight gold medals along with a silver in the 1956 Melbourne Games, adding to the four bronze medals.</p>

<p>The match also dropped the curtain on PR Sreejesh’s illustrious career, having served the nation for over two decades.</p>


India have added one more medal to their hockey Olympics cabinet after they beat Spain 2-1 in men’s hockey on Thursday (Aug 8). The Indian men’s team in the bronze medal match beat Spain to claim their 13th medal in the Olympics with the latest success in Paris.

India have added one more medal to their hockey Olympics cabinet after they beat Spain 2-1 in men’s hockey on Thursday (Aug 8). The Indian men’s team in the bronze medal match beat Spain to claim their 13th medal in the Olympics with the latest success in Paris. The match also saw PR Sreejesh end his career on a high, having won back-to-back medals in men’s hockey at the Olympics after clinching the bronze in Tokyo last time.. BRONZE MEDAL IT IS!!!! Our team has done it as we secure the bronze medal after a 2-1 win against Spain 💪🏼💪🏼#JeetKiAur | #Cheer4Bharat pic.twitter.com/f88ByhQ26g — Team India (@WeAreTeamIndia) August 8, 2024 × India win bronze medal Having lost a close contest against Germany in the semifinal, India were in the bronze medal match against Spain. It was a poor start for the eight-time Olympic champions as they conceded a goal in the first quarter and were on the backfoot before Harmanpreet Singh equalised in the second quarter. The Men in Blue then scored the winning goal in the third quarter when skipper Harmanpreet scored again from a penalty corner. Spain pushed hard for an equaliser but were denied a clear sight of the goal. Spain had two penalty corners in the dying moment of the match but were undone as PR Sreejesh made two excellent saves to help India win the bronze medal. ALSO READ | Social media reacts to Vinesh Phogat’s shocking retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification India extends Olympic medal run This is the first time since 1972 that India has won back-to-back medals at the Olympics, having won bronze in Mexico in 1968 followed by another bronze in the 1972 Munich Olympics. This is also India’s fourth bronze medal at the Olympic Games, taking the overall tally to 13. In its glorious history, India has won eight gold medals along with a silver in the 1956 Melbourne Games, adding to the four bronze medals. The match also dropped the curtain on PR Sreejesh’s illustrious career, having served the nation for over two decades.

Paris Olympics 2024: India clinch bronze medal in men’s hockey after beating Spain 2-1

Both boxers at the center of a gender storm in Paris will compete for gold China's Lin Yu-Ting and Algeria's Imane Khelif have both reached the finals of the respective events.

Paris Olympics 2024: Boxer Lin Yu-Ting and Imane Khelif to fight in the finals

Paris Olympics 2024: India's Aman Sehrawat eases through to the semi-finals

India's 'Golden Boy' Neeraj Chopra will be looking to script history by clinching his second straight Olympic gold medal in men's javelin throw competition in Paris on Thursday. Watch in for more updates!

Paris Olympics 2024: Neeraj Chopra to compete in the javelin Olympic final

<p>India’s Aman Sehrawat has entered the 57kg freestyle wrestling semifinal rejuvenating the nation’s hopes for a gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Thursday (Aug 8). Sehrawat, who started his campaign on Thursday registered a one-sided win over Zelimkhan Abakarov of Armenia where he won by technical superiority. He will now compete for a place in the final and will be at least guaranteed a bronze medal match. The result comes a day after India’s Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s 50kg freestyle competition.</p>

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<h2><strong>Sehrawat in semis</strong></h2>

<p>Having had hard luck in the women’s 50kg category after Vinesh’s disqualification, India’s hopes were rejuvenated after he won back-to-back bouts. He started with an R16 win against Vladimir Egorov with a 10-0 win. The 10-point lead meant that the Indian grappler advanced on technical superiority into his quarterfinal bout. The quarterfinal bout was also not different as he put his opponent to the mat with a 12-0 lead. The lead again meant that Sehrawat advanced to the semis with technical superiority and did not need to fight for an entire six minutes.</p>

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<p>The victory&nbsp;also means he will be a win away from ensuring a medal for India at the Paris Olympics. A win in the semis will at least guarantee him a silver medal, meaning India will continue its tradition of winning at least one medal in wrestling in the last five Olympics. In 2008 Sushilkumar won a bronze medal and upgraded it to silver in the 2012 London Games along Yogeshwar Dutt. In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Sakshi Malik clinched a bronze while Ravi Dahiya won a silver medal in the Tokyo Olympics.</p>

<p>Sehrawat will take to the mat later in the day when he battles for a place in the final. The Indian wrestler will face Rei Higuchi of Japan in the last four. A defeat for Sehrawat will see him fight for a bronze medal match while he will also have an opportunity to fight in the repechage round in case he loses the bronze medal match.</p>


India’s Aman Sehrawat has entered the 57kg freestyle wrestling semifinal rejuvenating the nation’s hopes for a gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Thursday (Aug 8).

India’s Aman Sehrawat has entered the 57kg freestyle wrestling semifinal rejuvenating the nation’s hopes for a gold medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Thursday (Aug 8). Sehrawat, who started his campaign on Thursday registered a one-sided win over Zelimkhan Abakarov of Armenia where he won by technical superiority. He will now compete for a place in the final and will be at least guaranteed a bronze medal match. The result comes a day after India’s Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from the women’s 50kg freestyle competition. 2 fantastic bouts from Aman Sehrawat as he overpowers his opponents 10-0 and 12-0 to make his way into the semi finals. He will be in action at 9.45 pm IST next. #JeetKiAur | #Cheer4Bharat pic.twitter.com/th4gL3UdrL — Team India (@WeAreTeamIndia) August 8, 2024 × Sehrawat in semis Having had hard luck in the women’s 50kg category after Vinesh’s disqualification, India’s hopes were rejuvenated after he won back-to-back bouts. He started with an R16 win against Vladimir Egorov with a 10-0 win. The 10-point lead meant that the Indian grappler advanced on technical superiority into his quarterfinal bout. The quarterfinal bout was also not different as he put his opponent to the mat with a 12-0 lead. The lead again meant that Sehrawat advanced to the semis with technical superiority and did not need to fight for an entire six minutes. ALSO READ | Social media reacts to Vinesh Phogat’s shocking retirement after Paris Olympics disqualification The victory also means he will be a win away from ensuring a medal for India at the Paris Olympics. A win in the semis will at least guarantee him a silver medal, meaning India will continue its tradition of winning at least one medal in wrestling in the last five Olympics. In 2008 Sushilkumar won a bronze medal and upgraded it to silver in the 2012 London Games along Yogeshwar Dutt. In the 2016 Rio Olympics, Sakshi Malik clinched a bronze while Ravi Dahiya won a silver medal in the Tokyo Olympics. Sehrawat will take to the mat later in the day when he battles for a place in the final. The Indian wrestler will face Rei Higuchi of Japan in the last four. A defeat for Sehrawat will see him fight for a bronze medal match while he will also have an opportunity to fight in the repechage round in case he loses the bronze medal match.

Paris Olympics 2024: Aman Sehrawat enters 57kg semis as India's wrestling gold medal hopes rejuvenated

Paris Olympics 2024: Indian weightlifter Mirabai Chanu finishes fourth in 49kg event

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<p>After a poor day at the office on Monday (Aug 5), India’s hopes of bettering the Tokyo Olympics performance got an unlikely revival on Tuesday as Neerak Chopra (as expected) and Vinesh Phogat marched into the final of their respective events. While Neeraj was expected to ease through to the final of the javelin throw, Vinesh’s run into the final of the 50kg freestyle women’s wrestling was unexpected having been on the tough side of the draw. So what does it mean for India, will they overshadow Tokyo's performance in Paris?</p>

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<h2><strong>India eye historic run</strong></h2>

<p>Interestingly, a nation’s success at the Olympics is determined by the number of gold medals it has won at the games and not by the total number of medals. With Vinesh set to compete in the 50kg freestyle women’s wrestling final and Neeraj's favourite to win the gold medal in men’s javelin throw, India could overshadow its best performance at the Paris Games. However, that won’t be the only gold medal India can win as they will be hoping for a couple of other individuals to give their best.</p>

<p>Avinash Sable will be a top contender for a gold medal when he takes to the 3000m steeplechase final on late Wednesday evening. Avinash holds a national record of 8:09.91 minutes to complete the 3000m steeplechase. The best run in the Paris Olympics qualification was from Morocco's Mohamed Tindouft with a timing of 8:10.62 minutes, so if Avinash gets any closer to his personal best he could clinch a gold medal. He was fifth fifth-best finisher in the qualifying heat, which makes him a favourite for the bronze medal at least.</p>

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<p>Mirabai Chanu, the only Indian weightlifter in Paris, will be hoping to upgrade her Tokyo 2020 silver medal to a better colour when she competes in the women’s 49kg category at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles.</p>

<p>If both Neeraj and Vinesh are successful in winning the gold medals combined any success for Mirabai Chanu or Avinash, India will have its best Olympic Games in its history.</p>

<p>India has, till now, won three&nbsp;medals and could yet reach the 2020 Tokyo Olympics’ overall tally if Neeraj, Avinash and Mirabai Chanu can reach the heights. To put icing on the cake, India’s men’s hockey team will also have a bronze medal match which could yet add India’s seventh medal at the Paris Games.</p>


After a poor day at the office on Monday (Aug 5), India’s hopes of bettering the Tokyo Olympics performance got an unlikely revival on Tuesday as Neerak Chopra (as expected) and Vinesh Phogat marched into the final of their respective events.

After a poor day at the office on Monday (Aug 5), India’s hopes of bettering the Tokyo Olympics performance got an unlikely revival on Tuesday as Neerak Chopra (as expected) and Vinesh Phogat marched into the final of their respective events. While Neeraj was expected to ease through to the final of the javelin throw, Vinesh’s run into the final of the 50kg freestyle women’s wrestling was unexpected having been on the tough side of the draw. So what does it mean for India, will they overshadow Tokyo's performance in Paris? 🚨 Today’s action 💪🏼#JeetKiAur | #Cheer4Bharat pic.twitter.com/MCXQPKfod9 — Team India (@WeAreTeamIndia) August 6, 2024 × India eye historic run Interestingly, a nation’s success at the Olympics is determined by the number of gold medals it has won at the games and not by the total number of medals. With Vinesh set to compete in the 50kg freestyle women’s wrestling final and Neeraj's favourite to win the gold medal in men’s javelin throw, India could overshadow its best performance at the Paris Games. However, that won’t be the only gold medal India can win as they will be hoping for a couple of other individuals to give their best. Avinash Sable will be a top contender for a gold medal when he takes to the 3000m steeplechase final on late Wednesday evening. Avinash holds a national record of 8:09.91 minutes to complete the 3000m steeplechase. The best run in the Paris Olympics qualification was from Morocco's Mohamed Tindouft with a timing of 8:10.62 minutes, so if Avinash gets any closer to his personal best he could clinch a gold medal. He was fifth fifth-best finisher in the qualifying heat, which makes him a favourite for the bronze medal at least. ALSO READ | Paris Olympics 2024: Imane Khelif puts gender dispute aside to reach final as Harrington retires Mirabai Chanu, the only Indian weightlifter in Paris, will be hoping to upgrade her Tokyo 2020 silver medal to a better colour when she competes in the women’s 49kg category at the Paris Expo Porte de Versailles. If both Neeraj and Vinesh are successful in winning the gold medals combined any success for Mirabai Chanu or Avinash, India will have its best Olympic Games in its history. India has, till now, won three medals and could yet reach the 2020 Tokyo Olympics’ overall tally if Neeraj, Avinash and Mirabai Chanu can reach the heights. To put icing on the cake, India’s men’s hockey team will also have a bronze medal match which could yet add India’s seventh medal at the Paris Games.

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Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat faces heartbreak after being disqualified from the Paris Olympics just before her gold medal bout. Phogat weighed in over the limit for the 50kg event by just 100 grams. Find out the details behind this disappointing turn of events.

Olympics 2024: Why was India's Vinesh Phogat disqualified from the Olympics?

<p>India&nbsp;wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been discharged from the hospital after recuperating from dehydration for trying to lose weight ahead of the 50kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Phogat, however, was unfortunate to be disqualified from the gold medal bout after being found 100 grams overweight at the official weigh-in on the morning of the final on Wednesday (Aug 7).</p>

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<p>The entire Indian sports fraternity was in disbelief as soon as the news broke Wednesday but Phogat, while speaking to coaches, called it 'part of the game,' reported news agency PTI.</p>

<p>"It sent a shockwave through the wrestling contingent. The girls were feeling pretty low after the news broke. We met Vinesh and tried to console her. She was brave. She told us, 'it's hard luck that we missed the medal, but it is part of the game'," said Virender Dahiya, India women wrestling national coach, reported PTI.</p>

<p>Indian Olympic contingent's chief physician Dinshaw Pardiwala informed earlier this evening that the support staff did all they could to bring the weight down but unfortunately failed.</p>

<p>Among the various steps taken by Vinesh were five&nbsp;hours&nbsp;cycling, sauna, not eating anything, cutting hair and others.</p>

<p>Indian Olympic Association (IOA) chief PT Usha also informed earlier in the day that a 'strong protest' has been lodged with the United World Wrestling (UWW).</p>

<p>"I am aware of the relentless effort made by Vinesh's medical team led by doctor Dinshaw Pardiwala and the Chief de Mission Gagan Narang through the night to ensure that she could meet the competition," said Usha.</p>

<p>Indian Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also reacted to the news and said: "Today her weight was found 50 kg 100 grams and she was disqualified. The Indian Olympic Association has lodged a strong protest with the United World Wrestling (UWW). IOA President PT Usha is in Paris, the Prime Minister spoke to her and asked her to take necessary action... The government provided every facility to her including personal staff."</p>


India wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been discharged from the hospital after recuperating from dehydration for trying to lose weight ahead of the 50kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics 2024.

India wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been discharged from the hospital after recuperating from dehydration for trying to lose weight ahead of the 50kg freestyle final at the Paris Olympics 2024. Phogat, however, was unfortunate to be disqualified from the gold medal bout after being found 100 grams overweight at the official weigh-in on the morning of the final on Wednesday (Aug 7). Also Read: Paris Olympics 2024: 'Post participation weight was...' Chief physician on Vinesh's disqualification The entire Indian sports fraternity was in disbelief as soon as the news broke Wednesday but Phogat, while speaking to coaches, called it 'part of the game,' reported news agency PTI. "It sent a shockwave through the wrestling contingent. The girls were feeling pretty low after the news broke. We met Vinesh and tried to console her. She was brave. She told us, 'it's hard luck that we missed the medal, but it is part of the game'," said Virender Dahiya, India women wrestling national coach, reported PTI. Indian Olympic contingent's chief physician Dinshaw Pardiwala informed earlier this evening that the support staff did all they could to bring the weight down but unfortunately failed. Among the various steps taken by Vinesh were five hours cycling, sauna, not eating anything, cutting hair and others. Indian Olympic Association (IOA) chief PT Usha also informed earlier in the day that a 'strong protest' has been lodged with the United World Wrestling (UWW). "I am aware of the relentless effort made by Vinesh's medical team led by doctor Dinshaw Pardiwala and the Chief de Mission Gagan Narang through the night to ensure that she could meet the competition," said Usha. Indian Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya also reacted to the news and said: "Today her weight was found 50 kg 100 grams and she was disqualified. The Indian Olympic Association has lodged a strong protest with the United World Wrestling (UWW). IOA President PT Usha is in Paris, the Prime Minister spoke to her and asked her to take necessary action... The government provided every facility to her including personal staff."

Paris Olympics 2024: 'Part of the game...,' Vinesh Phogat to coaches after missing out on medal

America's Gabby Thomas powered to gold in the women's 200 meter race at the Olympics Games in Paris to deny Julien Alfred a sprint double. Watch in for more updates!

Paris Olympics 2024: Thomas lands women's 200m Olympic title, denying Alfred a sprint double

<p>India’s Vinesh Phogat will have history on the cards when she takes to the mat on Wednesday (Aug 7) in the 50kg freestyle wrestling contest at the Paris Olympics 2024. Vinesh will fight for a historic gold medal for India as she takes on United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt in the final. Having upset the odds to reach the final, the Indian grappler will at least end with a&nbsp;silver medal, which will be the nation’s first by a women wrestler. Ahead of the gold medal bout, here is all you need to know including the live streaming, place and date.</p>

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<h2><strong>When will Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match be held in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024?</strong></h2>

<p>Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024 will take place at 11:23 PM IST on Wednesday (Aug 7).</p>

<h2><strong>Where is Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024?</strong></h2>

<p>Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024 will take place at the Champ de Mars Arena near the Eiffel Tower.</p>

<h2><strong>Who will Vinesh Phogat face for the gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024?</strong></h2>

<p>Vinesh Phogat will face United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt for the gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024.</p>

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<h2><strong>Where can we watch Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024?</strong></h2>

<p>Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024 will be broadcast on the Sports 18 Network.</p>

<h2><strong>Where can we stream Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024?</strong></h2>

<p>Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024 will be live streamed on the Jio Cinema App. &nbsp;</p>


India’s Vinesh Phogat will have history on the cards when she takes to the mat on Wednesday (Aug 7) in the 50kg freestyle wrestling contest at the Paris Olympics 2024.

India’s Vinesh Phogat will have history on the cards when she takes to the mat on Wednesday (Aug 7) in the 50kg freestyle wrestling contest at the Paris Olympics 2024. Vinesh will fight for a historic gold medal for India as she takes on United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt in the final. Having upset the odds to reach the final, the Indian grappler will at least end with a silver medal, which will be the nation’s first by a women wrestler. Ahead of the gold medal bout, here is all you need to know including the live streaming, place and date. 🚨 Today’s action 💪🏼#JeetKiAur | #Cheer4Bharat pic.twitter.com/MCXQPKfod9 — Team India (@WeAreTeamIndia) August 6, 2024 × When will Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match be held in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024? Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024 will take place at 11:23 PM IST on Wednesday (Aug 7). Where is Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024? Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024 will take place at the Champ de Mars Arena near the Eiffel Tower. Who will Vinesh Phogat face for the gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024? Vinesh Phogat will face United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt for the gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024. ALSO READ | Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain says SORRY to nation, vows strong comeback post Paris Olympics heartbreak Where can we watch Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024? Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at Paris Olympics 2024 will be broadcast on the Sports 18 Network. Where can we stream Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024? Vinesh Phogat’s gold medal match in the 50kg freestyle event at the Paris Olympics 2024 will be live streamed on the Jio Cinema App.

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India lose 2-3 against Germany in the men's hockey semi-final match at the Paris Olympics 2024 on Tuesday. Watch in for more updates!

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Vinesh Phogat has etched her name in the history book. She has become the first Indian female wrestler to reach the final at Olympic Games. Vinesh Phogat defeated Cuba’s Yusneylis Guzman in the semifinal of women’s 50kg wrestling at the Paris Olympics.

Paris Olympics 2024: Vinesh Phogat reaches final of the women's wrestling 50kg category

<p>Two health experts on Tuesday called for Olympic organisers to cut ties with Coca-Cola, saying the current big money sponsorship deal allows the US company to "sportswash" unhealthy sugary drinks.</p>

<p>Events at the Paris Games have been lined with advertising for the ubiquitous fizzy drinks of Coca-Cola, which has been sponsoring the Olympics since 1928.</p>

<p>But these sugary drinks "offer little or no nutritional value" and promoting such unhealthy products has no place in sport, according to Trish Cotter and Sandra Mullin of global health group Vital Strategies.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Sugary drinks are a "key driver" of a range of serious health problems affecting people across the world, including obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, the pair wrote in a commentary in the journal BMJ Global Health.</p>

<p>Coca-Cola's products also contribute to global plastic pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and use up a huge amount of water, they added.</p>

<p>"By continuing its association with Coca-Cola, the Olympic movement risks being complicit in intensifying a global epidemic of poor nutrition, environmental degradation and climate change," the authors wrote.</p>

<p>"It's time for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to cut ties with Coca-Cola in the interest of athletes, spectators and the planet."</p>

<p>Coca-Cola did not respond to a request for comment.</p>

<p>In 2020, the US food and drink giant signed a joint deal worth a reported $3 billion to extend its sponsorship of the Olympics.</p>

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<p>The partnership will last until at least 2032.</p>

<p>Cotter and Mullin noted that last year Coca-Cola had more sports sponsorships than any other brand, including sportswear companies such as Nike.</p>

<p>"This strategy culminates in a gold medal opportunity to 'sportswash' an unhealthy product," they wrote.</p>

<p>The World Health Organization has called for countries to tax sugar-sweetened beverages.&nbsp;</p>

<p>A petition launched ahead of the Games called "Kick Big Soda Out of Sport" has more than 109,000 signatures, and been backed by a range of public health organisations including the World Obesity Federation.</p>


Two health experts on Tuesday called for Olympic organisers to cut ties with Coca-Cola, saying the current big money sponsorship deal allows the US company to "sportswash" unhealthy sugary drinks.

Two health experts on Tuesday called for Olympic organisers to cut ties with Coca-Cola, saying the current big money sponsorship deal allows the US company to "sportswash" unhealthy sugary drinks. Events at the Paris Games have been lined with advertising for the ubiquitous fizzy drinks of Coca-Cola, which has been sponsoring the Olympics since 1928. But these sugary drinks "offer little or no nutritional value" and promoting such unhealthy products has no place in sport, according to Trish Cotter and Sandra Mullin of global health group Vital Strategies. Sugary drinks are a "key driver" of a range of serious health problems affecting people across the world, including obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure and heart disease, the pair wrote in a commentary in the journal BMJ Global Health. Coca-Cola's products also contribute to global plastic pollution, greenhouse gas emissions and use up a huge amount of water, they added. "By continuing its association with Coca-Cola, the Olympic movement risks being complicit in intensifying a global epidemic of poor nutrition, environmental degradation and climate change," the authors wrote. "It's time for the International Olympic Committee (IOC) to cut ties with Coca-Cola in the interest of athletes, spectators and the planet." Coca-Cola did not respond to a request for comment. In 2020, the US food and drink giant signed a joint deal worth a reported $3 billion to extend its sponsorship of the Olympics. ALSO READ | Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain says SORRY to nation, vows strong comeback post Paris Olympics heartbreak The partnership will last until at least 2032. Cotter and Mullin noted that last year Coca-Cola had more sports sponsorships than any other brand, including sportswear companies such as Nike. "This strategy culminates in a gold medal opportunity to 'sportswash' an unhealthy product," they wrote. The World Health Organization has called for countries to tax sugar-sweetened beverages. A petition launched ahead of the Games called "Kick Big Soda Out of Sport" has more than 109,000 signatures, and been backed by a range of public health organisations including the World Obesity Federation.

Paris Olympics 2024: Health experts urge IOC to cut ties with Coca-Cola

<p>Imane Khelif, one of the two boxers at the heart of a gender dispute at the Paris Olympics, vowed on Tuesday (August 6) to put the controversy behind her and make Algeria and the Arab world proud.</p>

<p>Khelif delivered a flawless performance against Thailand's Janjaem Suwannapheng to reach the final of the welterweight tournament in front of the massed Algerian fans at a repurposed Court Philippe Chatrier.</p>

<p>When Khelif was announced as winner, the crowd, waving Algerian flags and scarves, let out an ear-splitting roar.</p>

<p>"I don't want to talk about the controversy," Khelif told reporters.</p>

<p>Khelif, a silver medallist at the 2022 world championships, and Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting have been in the spotlight at the Paris Games as part of a storm that has dominated headlines and been the subject of much discussion on social media platforms.</p>

<p>Khelif and Lin were disqualified by the International Boxing Association from the 2023 World Championships in New Delhi, with the body saying in a shambolic press conference on Monday that a sex chromosome test had ruled both of them ineligible.</p>

<p>Khelif and Lin are competing in the Olympics after the International Olympic Committee stripped the IBA of its status as the sport's governing body in 2023 and took control of organising the boxing in Paris.</p>

<p>The IOC has rejected the results of the IBA-ordered tests as arbitrary and illegitimate, saying there was no reason to conduct them.</p>

<p>At these Games, the IOC is using boxing eligibility rules that were applied at the 2016 and 2021 Olympics which do not include gender testing.</p>

<p>Kellie Harrington beat Yang Wenlu of China by split decision in the final of the lightweight category at the Paris Olympics to retain her crown on Tuesday and become the first Irish boxer to win back-to-back gold medals.</p>

<p>After clinching victory, Harrington said she was hanging up her gloves.</p>

<p>"The last hurrah, I'm done. I've always said I want to retire a champion, that's it," Harrington told Irish national broadcaster RTE.</p>

<p>"It just gives hope to all these young kids, all these teenagers (pointing at the crowd). It gives hope to the people of Ireland but this one was for me."</p>

<p>Brazil's Beatriz Ferreira and Taiwan's Wu Shih-yi claimed the two bronze medals on offer after losing their semi-final bouts against Harrington and Yang respectively.</p>

<p>Brazil reached the Olympic women's football final as they claimed a stunning 4-2 win over world champions Spain in Marseille on Tuesday and will face the United States for the gold medal.</p>

<p>Playing their sixth Olympic semi, Brazil capitalised on a number of Spanish defensive mistakes to reach Saturday's final at Parc des Princes where they will seek a maiden title against four-time champions U.S..</p>

<p>Brazil prevailed despite being without captain and all-time leading goalscorer Marta, who received a two-match ban after a red card in a 2-0 loss to Spain in their final group stage game.</p>

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<p>They went ahead six minutes in after an attempted clearance by Spain keeper Cata Coll deflected off captain Irene Paredes into her own net.</p>

<p>The South Americans doubled their lead thanks to a Gabi Portilho effort following a superb pass from Yasmim in the final seconds of the first half.</p>

<p>Captain Adriana made it 3-0 with a close-range header after a fast counter attack in the 72nd minute before an own goal from Duda Sampaio reduced the deficit five minutes from time.</p>

<p>Brazil substitute Kerolin stole possession and found the net to seal the rout early in stoppage time before Spain's Salma Paralluelo grabbed a consolation in the final minutes.</p>


Imane Khelif, one of the two boxers at the heart of a gender dispute at the Paris Olympics, vowed on Tuesday (August 6) to put the controversy behind her and make Algeria and the Arab world proud.

Imane Khelif, one of the two boxers at the heart of a gender dispute at the Paris Olympics, vowed on Tuesday (August 6) to put the controversy behind her and make Algeria and the Arab world proud. Khelif delivered a flawless performance against Thailand's Janjaem Suwannapheng to reach the final of the welterweight tournament in front of the massed Algerian fans at a repurposed Court Philippe Chatrier. When Khelif was announced as winner, the crowd, waving Algerian flags and scarves, let out an ear-splitting roar. "I don't want to talk about the controversy," Khelif told reporters. Khelif, a silver medallist at the 2022 world championships, and Taiwanese boxer Lin Yu-ting have been in the spotlight at the Paris Games as part of a storm that has dominated headlines and been the subject of much discussion on social media platforms. Khelif and Lin were disqualified by the International Boxing Association from the 2023 World Championships in New Delhi, with the body saying in a shambolic press conference on Monday that a sex chromosome test had ruled both of them ineligible. Khelif and Lin are competing in the Olympics after the International Olympic Committee stripped the IBA of its status as the sport's governing body in 2023 and took control of organising the boxing in Paris. The IOC has rejected the results of the IBA-ordered tests as arbitrary and illegitimate, saying there was no reason to conduct them. At these Games, the IOC is using boxing eligibility rules that were applied at the 2016 and 2021 Olympics which do not include gender testing. Kellie Harrington beat Yang Wenlu of China by split decision in the final of the lightweight category at the Paris Olympics to retain her crown on Tuesday and become the first Irish boxer to win back-to-back gold medals. After clinching victory, Harrington said she was hanging up her gloves. "The last hurrah, I'm done. I've always said I want to retire a champion, that's it," Harrington told Irish national broadcaster RTE. "It just gives hope to all these young kids, all these teenagers (pointing at the crowd). It gives hope to the people of Ireland but this one was for me." Brazil's Beatriz Ferreira and Taiwan's Wu Shih-yi claimed the two bronze medals on offer after losing their semi-final bouts against Harrington and Yang respectively. Brazil reached the Olympic women's football final as they claimed a stunning 4-2 win over world champions Spain in Marseille on Tuesday and will face the United States for the gold medal. Playing their sixth Olympic semi, Brazil capitalised on a number of Spanish defensive mistakes to reach Saturday's final at Parc des Princes where they will seek a maiden title against four-time champions U.S.. Brazil prevailed despite being without captain and all-time leading goalscorer Marta, who received a two-match ban after a red card in a 2-0 loss to Spain in their final group stage game. ALSO READ | Indian boxer Lovlina Borgohain says SORRY to nation, vows strong comeback post Paris Olympics heartbreak They went ahead six minutes in after an attempted clearance by Spain keeper Cata Coll deflected off captain Irene Paredes into her own net. The South Americans doubled their lead thanks to a Gabi Portilho effort following a superb pass from Yasmim in the final seconds of the first half. Captain Adriana made it 3-0 with a close-range header after a fast counter attack in the 72nd minute before an own goal from Duda Sampaio reduced the deficit five minutes from time. Brazil substitute Kerolin stole possession and found the net to seal the rout early in stoppage time before Spain's Salma Paralluelo grabbed a consolation in the final minutes.

Paris Olympics 2024: Imane Khelif puts gender dispute aside to reach final as Harrington retires

India's quest for its first Olympic gold in hockey since 1980 continues after their loss to world champions Germany in the semi-finals at the Paris Games. However, India still has the chance to secure a second consecutive Olympic bronze medal when they face Spain on Thursday. Watch in for more details!

Paris Olympics 2024: World Champion Germany beat India 3-2 in the semi-final

<p>Flying Dutchman Harrie Lavreysen set a new world record in the men's 200 metres flying lap as he topped the time sheets in qualification for the Olympic track cycling sprint on Wednesday. Another day of searing pace on the National Velodrome boards began with Australian Matthew Richardson first breaking the world record set by Trinidad and Tobago's Paul Nicholas in 2019.</p>

<p>Richardson clocked 9.091 seconds to beat Nicholas's existing mark of 9.100 set at high altitude in Bolivia. But he did not hold the record for long as the 27-year-old Lavreysen, fresh from his team sprint gold on Tuesday, bombed around the track to clock 9.088, averaging 79kph.</p>

<p>Lavreysen, nicknamed The Beast, is going for three golds at the Paris Games and is favourite for the sprint and keirin. The top 24 of the 30 riders qualified for the first round heats later where riders race against each other.</p>

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<p>Extremely warm conditions inside the velodrome, together with slightly higher banking on the curves, have made for fast sprinting times. The Paris Olympic track has already seen a clutch of world records with both the men's and women's team sprints being won in new world record times while Australia's men set a new team pursuit world record in the first round on Tuesday.</p>

<p>Australia will face Britain for gold in the men's team pursuit final later while the women's team pursuit gold will also be decided on the third day of action.<br />
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Flying Dutchman Harrie Lavreysen set a new world record in the men's 200 metres flying lap as he topped the time sheets in qualification for the Olympic track cycling sprint on Wednesday.

Flying Dutchman Harrie Lavreysen set a new world record in the men's 200 metres flying lap as he topped the time sheets in qualification for the Olympic track cycling sprint on Wednesday. Another day of searing pace on the National Velodrome boards began with Australian Matthew Richardson first breaking the world record set by Trinidad and Tobago's Paul Nicholas in 2019. Richardson clocked 9.091 seconds to beat Nicholas's existing mark of 9.100 set at high altitude in Bolivia. But he did not hold the record for long as the 27-year-old Lavreysen, fresh from his team sprint gold on Tuesday, bombed around the track to clock 9.088, averaging 79kph. Lavreysen, nicknamed The Beast, is going for three golds at the Paris Games and is favourite for the sprint and keirin. The top 24 of the 30 riders qualified for the first round heats later where riders race against each other. Also read: Paris Olympics: Second chance to glory! THIS wrestler to fight for gold after Vinesh Phogat's disqualification Extremely warm conditions inside the velodrome, together with slightly higher banking on the curves, have made for fast sprinting times. The Paris Olympic track has already seen a clutch of world records with both the men's and women's team sprints being won in new world record times while Australia's men set a new team pursuit world record in the first round on Tuesday. Australia will face Britain for gold in the men's team pursuit final later while the women's team pursuit gold will also be decided on the third day of action. Disclaimer: This story has been published from a news agency feed with minimal edits to adhere to WION's style guide. The headline may have been changed to better reflect the content of the story or to make it more suitable for WION audience.

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<p>India’s Vinesh Phogat faced a harsh reality on Wednesday (Aug 7) after she was disqualified from the 50kg freestyle wrestling category at the Paris Olympics. Vinesh who was set to fight for the gold medal match against United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt will now return with empty hands from Paris. However, there are reports that the Indian grappler could have landed a silver medal had she taken an unusual decision and withdrawn from the gold medal match.</p>

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<h2><strong>Could Vinesh have won the Silver medal?</strong></h2>

<p>While India remains upset about not winning the medal, the rule books of the UWW (United World Wrestling) clearly mention that there was no way Vinesh was going to be eligible for a medal. According to Article 56 of the UWW, “If a wrestler gets injured or has a disease that happens after the first day of competition and out of competition, the concerned athlete will have to attend the second weigh-in otherwise he/she will be eliminated of the competition and ranked last, without rank.”</p>

<p>This means, Vinesh was obliged to attend the second weigh-in and would have been disqualified anyway had she not done so.</p>

<h2><strong>What happens now?</strong></h2>

<p>According to the latest developments, Hildebrandt will face Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the gold medal match with the loser getting the silver. Mongolia’s Dolgorjavyn Otgonjargal will get the bronze medal as she remains in third place after Guzman Lopez advanced to the final. Meanwhile, wrestlers who lost the eventual gold medal winner will compete in the repechage round for another bronze medal.</p>

<p><strong>ALSO READ |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/olympics/news-paris-olympics-you-dont-need-a-gold-medal---pm-modi-bindra-react-to-vinesh-phogats-disqualification-747965">Paris Olympics: You don't need a gold medal...' - PM Modi, Bindra react to Vinesh Phogat's disqualification</a></strong></p>

<h2><strong>What would have happened if the final bout took place on Tuesday?</strong></h2>

<p>As per manuals, the 29-year-old was eligible for Tuesday bouts meaning had the final of the 50kg freestyle wrestling category taken place on the same day, she could have won a medal. However, since the bouts took place on different days, the grapplers needed to weigh again and Vinesh remained unfortunate. Interestingly, in earlier Olympics, the wrestling matches would take place on the same day, meaning in previous editions Vinesh would have ended with at least a silver medal.</p>


India’s Vinesh Phogat faced a harsh reality on Wednesday (Aug 7) after she was disqualified from the 50kg freestyle wrestling category at the Paris Olympics. Vinesh who was set to fight for the gold medal match against United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt will now return with empty hands from Paris.

India’s Vinesh Phogat faced a harsh reality on Wednesday (Aug 7) after she was disqualified from the 50kg freestyle wrestling category at the Paris Olympics. Vinesh who was set to fight for the gold medal match against United States’ Sarah Hildebrandt will now return with empty hands from Paris. However, there are reports that the Indian grappler could have landed a silver medal had she taken an unusual decision and withdrawn from the gold medal match. 🚨 It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning. No further comments will be made… — Team India (@WeAreTeamIndia) August 7, 2024 × Could Vinesh have won the Silver medal? While India remains upset about not winning the medal, the rule books of the UWW (United World Wrestling) clearly mention that there was no way Vinesh was going to be eligible for a medal. According to Article 56 of the UWW, “If a wrestler gets injured or has a disease that happens after the first day of competition and out of competition, the concerned athlete will have to attend the second weigh-in otherwise he/she will be eliminated of the competition and ranked last, without rank.” This means, Vinesh was obliged to attend the second weigh-in and would have been disqualified anyway had she not done so. What happens now? According to the latest developments, Hildebrandt will face Cuba's Yusneylis Guzman Lopez in the gold medal match with the loser getting the silver. Mongolia’s Dolgorjavyn Otgonjargal will get the bronze medal as she remains in third place after Guzman Lopez advanced to the final. Meanwhile, wrestlers who lost the eventual gold medal winner will compete in the repechage round for another bronze medal. ALSO READ | Paris Olympics: You don't need a gold medal...' - PM Modi, Bindra react to Vinesh Phogat's disqualification What would have happened if the final bout took place on Tuesday? As per manuals, the 29-year-old was eligible for Tuesday bouts meaning had the final of the 50kg freestyle wrestling category taken place on the same day, she could have won a medal. However, since the bouts took place on different days, the grapplers needed to weigh again and Vinesh remained unfortunate. Interestingly, in earlier Olympics, the wrestling matches would take place on the same day, meaning in previous editions Vinesh would have ended with at least a silver medal.

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<p>India’s Olympic medal hopes were dented on Wednesday (Aug 7) after star grappler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from her 50kg freestyle wrestling category before her gold medal match at the Paris Games. Vinesh set to compete in the final was left disheartened and will return to India empty-handed. After she was disqualified, Vinesh received medical attention at the Olympic Village and now tries to recover from the setback.</p>

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<h2><strong>Vinesh receives medical treatment</strong></h2>

<p>After the news came out of Vinesh’s disqualification on Wednesday morning in Paris, it was a big shock for her and the Indian contingent. She was rushed to the nearby medical facilities in the French capital. While there was no medical update, it is reported that she is doing fine and will be back with the team soon.</p>

<p>“She is in the Olympic Village polyclinic getting intravenous drips to restore the levels. Her parameters are ok. How she is coping I do not know,” reports WION’s Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo.</p>

<h2><strong>What happened with Vinesh?</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) stated, "It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning. No further comments will be made by the contingent at this time. The Indian team requests you respect Vinesh’s privacy. It would like to focus on the competitions on hand."</p>

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<p>Notably, Vinesh usually competes in the 53kg category, however, brought her weight down to 50kg for the showpiece event in Paris. On Day 2 of her weigh-in, the star wrestler was found weighing over the desired limit.</p>

<p>Reportedly, Vinesh did everything she could to bring her weight within the desired limit, however, all her efforts went in vain as this development is now a huge shock to the entire country. The whole of India was waiting for her gold medal face-off, versus USA's&nbsp;Sarah Hildebrandt after she became the first woman to reach the final of a wrestling event. However, fate had other plans in store.</p>


India’s Olympic medal hopes were dented on Wednesday (Aug 7) after star grappler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from her 50kg freestyle wrestling category before her gold medal match at the Paris Games.

India’s Olympic medal hopes were dented on Wednesday (Aug 7) after star grappler Vinesh Phogat was disqualified from her 50kg freestyle wrestling category before her gold medal match at the Paris Games. Vinesh set to compete in the final was left disheartened and will return to India empty-handed. After she was disqualified, Vinesh received medical attention at the Olympic Village and now tries to recover from the setback. She is in the Olympic village polyclinic getting intravenous drips to restore the levels. Her parameters are ok. How she is coping I do not know. @WIONews — Digvijay Singh Deo (@DiggySinghDeo) August 7, 2024 × Vinesh receives medical treatment After the news came out of Vinesh’s disqualification on Wednesday morning in Paris, it was a big shock for her and the Indian contingent. She was rushed to the nearby medical facilities in the French capital. While there was no medical update, it is reported that she is doing fine and will be back with the team soon. “She is in the Olympic Village polyclinic getting intravenous drips to restore the levels. Her parameters are ok. How she is coping I do not know,” reports WION’s Sports Editor Digvijay Singh Deo. What happened with Vinesh? The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) stated, "It is with regret that the Indian contingent shares news of the disqualification of Vinesh Phogat from the Women’s Wrestling 50kg class. Despite the best efforts by the team through the night, she weighed in a few grams over 50kg this morning. No further comments will be made by the contingent at this time. The Indian team requests you respect Vinesh’s privacy. It would like to focus on the competitions on hand." ALSO READ | Paris Olympics 2024: Health experts urge IOC to cut ties with Coca-Cola Notably, Vinesh usually competes in the 53kg category, however, brought her weight down to 50kg for the showpiece event in Paris. On Day 2 of her weigh-in, the star wrestler was found weighing over the desired limit. Reportedly, Vinesh did everything she could to bring her weight within the desired limit, however, all her efforts went in vain as this development is now a huge shock to the entire country. The whole of India was waiting for her gold medal face-off, versus USA's Sarah Hildebrandt after she became the first woman to reach the final of a wrestling event. However, fate had other plans in store.

Wrestler Vinesh Phogat receives medical treatment after disqualification at Paris Games

<p>Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has said that it was not Vinesh Phogat's fault that she was found overweight on the day of her 50kg freestyle final on Wednesday (Aug 7) at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024.</p>

<p>Speaking to news outlet India Today over phone, Sanjay Singh said: "It is not Vinesh's fault and she wouldn't do anything to jeopardies her chances to win an Olympic gold."</p>

<p><strong>Also Read:&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/olympics/news-paris-olympics-you-dont-need-a-gold-medal---pm-modi-bindra-react-to-vinesh-phogats-disqualification-747965">Paris Olympics: You don't need a gold medal...' - PM Modi, Bindra react to Vinesh Phogat's disqualification</a></p>

<p>"It is extremely unfortunate for our country that even after wrestling so well and qualifying for the finals, she was disqualified for being overweight by 100 grams,"&nbsp;the WFI president&nbsp;he said as reported by the news agency ANI.</p>

<p>Sanjay Singh also added that the wrestler had a personal coach, a physio and a nutritionist, sent by the government of India. The answer of how she was found overweight can only be given by her or the nutritionist.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Govt of India has provided her coach, nutritionist, and physio to Vinesh Phogat. All of them are with her in the games village. Her weight was constant for 2 days but it increased overnight, the reason for this can only be given by her nutritionist and her coach," Singh said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>He also mentioned that the federation is exploring all the ways for legal procedure and Indian Olympic Committee (IOC) chief PT Usha is in Paris for the same.</p>

<p>"WFI is looking after the legal procedure. PT Usha has reached the games village, we will have a discussion and decide how to protest against IOC and UWW."</p>

<p>Earlier, reacting to the news, Member of Parliament (MP) Karan Bhushan Singh, son of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, also expressed disappointment.</p>

<p>"It is a loss for the country. The Federation will take this into consideration and see what can be done," he told news agency ANI.</p>


Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has said that it was not Vinesh Phogat's fault that she was found overweight on the day of her 50kg freestyle final on Wednesday (Aug 7) at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024.

Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Sanjay Singh has said that it was not Vinesh Phogat's fault that she was found overweight on the day of her 50kg freestyle final on Wednesday (Aug 7) at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024. Speaking to news outlet India Today over phone, Sanjay Singh said: "It is not Vinesh's fault and she wouldn't do anything to jeopardies her chances to win an Olympic gold." Also Read: Paris Olympics: You don't need a gold medal...' - PM Modi, Bindra react to Vinesh Phogat's disqualification "It is extremely unfortunate for our country that even after wrestling so well and qualifying for the finals, she was disqualified for being overweight by 100 grams," the WFI president he said as reported by the news agency ANI. Sanjay Singh also added that the wrestler had a personal coach, a physio and a nutritionist, sent by the government of India. The answer of how she was found overweight can only be given by her or the nutritionist. "The Govt of India has provided her coach, nutritionist, and physio to Vinesh Phogat. All of them are with her in the games village. Her weight was constant for 2 days but it increased overnight, the reason for this can only be given by her nutritionist and her coach," Singh said. He also mentioned that the federation is exploring all the ways for legal procedure and Indian Olympic Committee (IOC) chief PT Usha is in Paris for the same. "WFI is looking after the legal procedure. PT Usha has reached the games village, we will have a discussion and decide how to protest against IOC and UWW." Earlier, reacting to the news, Member of Parliament (MP) Karan Bhushan Singh, son of former WFI chief Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh, also expressed disappointment. "It is a loss for the country. The Federation will take this into consideration and see what can be done," he told news agency ANI.

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