"Paris 2024: Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh make history with bronze in the 10m event."

The Paris 2024 Olympic Games have already begun to create significant buzz in the sports community, particularly with the remarkable achievement of Indian shooters Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh. Competing in the 10-meter air pistol event, this dynamic duo not only showcased their exceptional skills but also made history by securing a bronze medal for India. Their accomplishment is noteworthy not only for its athletic merit but also for its broader implications on the representation of young athletes in international sports.

Manu Bhaker, a seasoned shooter with previous accolades, has consistently demonstrated her prowess on the world stage. Her partnership with Sarabjot Singh, a relatively newer face in competitive shooting, exemplifies the potential that lies within India's youth. The synergy between experience and fresh talent contributed significantly to their success in Paris. The duo's performance was characterized by precision and composure under pressure, which are critical attributes in high-stakes competitions like the Olympics.

In a few minutes’ time, Manu would be standing on the podium alongside her teammate Sarabjot, having beaten South Korea 16-10. She would have a shiny bronze medal around her neck — her second of the Games. She would be clicking a selfie with the gold and silver medal winner and with her place in history secure. But in this timeout, she was standing to the left of the firing line trying to disguise as best she could just how bad things had gone: the digital scoreboard beamed 8.3 which was the poorest the 22-year-old had shot in her entire tournament thus far.

Manu Bhaker struck at least a 10 on her first seven shots. However, Oh Ye Jin kept the South Koreans in the hunt with her consistency as they recovered from an 8-2 deficit to stretch the match to 14-10.

Oh Ye Jin, the Olympic champion, struck a 9 on her final shot while her partner managed a 9.5. Manu Bhaker hit a 9.4 but a 10.2 from Sarabjot Singh confirmed the medal for India.

While it is a massive achievement for women's sport in the country, Tuesday's medal is also redemption for Sarabjot, who had failed to make the men's 10m air pistol final because of one less inner 10, finishing ninth on Saturday with a score of 577.

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Sarah H

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