Shooting for Glory
India’s Olympic campaign kicks off with high hopes in shooting. The mixed 10m Air Rifle team of Ramita Jindal-Arjun Babuta and Elavenil Valarivan-Sandeep Singh will aim for an early medal. Additionally, Arjun Singh Cheema, Sarajbot Singh, Manu Bhaker, and Rhythm Sangwan will compete in the qualification rounds of the 10m air pistol events.
Stay tuned for live updates throughout the day to cheer for India’s athletes!
Jul 27, 13:12-India at Paris Olympics Live, Day 1: 10m air rifle mixed team qualification
India 2: 6th (628.7)
RAMITA Ramita: 104.6 104.4 105.5 = 314.5
BABUTA Arjun: 104.1 106.2 103.9 = 314.2
India 1: 12th (626.3)
VALARIVAN Elavenil: 103.4, 104.7, 104.5 = 312.6
SINGH Sandeep: 104.1, 105.3, 104.3 = 313.7
Jul 27, 13:08-India Falls Short in Thrilling Air Rifle Final
In a heart-stopping finish, the Indian mixed air rifle team of Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta narrowly missed out on a medal, securing the 4th position in the qualification round. The duo came agonisingly close, falling just one point short of qualifying for the bronze medal match.
The other Indian pair, Elavenil Valarivan and Sandeep Singh, finished in 5th place.
Jul 27, 13:01-India at Paris Olympics Live, Day 1: 10m air rifle mixed team qualification-Arjun Babuta Steals the Show
Arjun Babuta has delivered a stunning performance with a series score of 106.2, the highest among all shooters in that round. This exceptional shooting has lifted India to the sixth position in the qualification round. However, Ramita Jindal’s consistency has been a concern, and her performance will be crucial in determining India’s fate in this event. With the competition heating up, every shot counts.
Jul 27, 12:51-India at Paris Olympics Live, Day 1: 10m air rifle mixed team qualification
The Indian pair is chasing a lofty target in the 10m Air Rifle mixed team qualification. The world record for the event stands at an impressive 635.8, set by another Indian team – Rudrankksh Patil and Narmada Raju – at the 2023 ISSF World Cup in Cairo. With China’s second team currently leading the qualification round with a strong average, India will need to significantly elevate their performance to challenge for a medal.
Jul 27, 12:50-India at Paris Olympics Live, Day 1: 10m air rifle mixed team qualification
India’s Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta have completed the first half of their 10m air rifle mixed team qualification round with an average score of 10.4. However, they currently find themselves in 12th position as China’s second team is setting a blistering pace with an average of 10.6. The Indian duo will need to significantly improve their accuracy in the second half to have a shot at qualifying for the medal rounds.
India’s First Medal Test: Mixed 10m Air Rifle
Jul 27, 12:47-India’s Olympic journey begins with a high-stakes challenge in the mixed 10m air rifle event. The duos of Ramita Jindal and Arjun Babuta, and Elavenil Valarivan and Sandeep Singh are set to represent the nation.
These shooters, who emerged victorious from a fiercely competitive domestic trial, face a daunting task.
Unlike the individual events, the mixed team format offers no room for error. Every shot counts as they strive to secure a place in the medal rounds. The pressure is immense, and their performance could significantly impact India’s overall medal tally.
Can they replicate the historic feat achieved by Mirabai Chanu in Tokyo and kickstart India’s Olympic campaign on a winning note?
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