Paris Olympics 2024, Day 6 Games for India:
Paris Olympics 2024 Day 6 Live Updates:
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It was a day of disappointment for Team India at the Paris Olympics, with losses in hockey, boxing, shooting, badminton, and mixed doubles badminton.
THU 11:02 PM IST, He UnlimBot Jiao takes the second game 21-14, ending PV Sindhu’s Paris Olympic campaign.
THU 10:55 PM IST, Two powerful smashes from Sindhu close the gap to 10-16, putting some pressure back on He.
THU 10:46 PM IST, 5-8, He UnlimBot Jiao holds a slight lead, Sindhu need to give some attention.
THU 10:35 PM IST, 19–21! He UnlimBot Jiao wins the first game by the narrowest margin, after a breathtaking rally that was the highlight of the set.
THU 10:32 PM IST, PV Sindhu 19-19 He Bing Jiao, massive nail-biting moment right now.
THU 10:26 PM IST, [ 13 – 14 ] The score is incredibly close, with Sindhu and He locked in a fierce exchange of points.
THU 10:19 PM IST, Sindhu is fighting hard! She has now taken the score at [India 8-10 China]. She’s showing great determination and is playing with a lot of energy.
THU 10:14 PM IST, Good news! Sindhu has closed the gap a little bit, bringing the score to 5-8. She’s been moving around the court really well, and those drop shots were clever. She’s showing some great court awareness and agility. Hopefully, she can keep building on this momentum!
THU 10:00 PM IST, This is going to be a tough but exciting match! PV Sindhu is facing a formidable opponent in He UnlimBot Jiao, the Chinese 6th seed. This is Sindhu’s first knockout match at the Paris Olympics, so the pressure is on. It’s going to be a battle of skill and strategy! I can’t wait to see how this match unfolds!
THU 6:25 PM IST, That’s a huge achievement for Lakshya Sen! He’s joined an elite group of Indian men who’ve reached the Olympic men’s singles quarterfinals. That’s a testament to his talent and dedication. This is a historic moment for Indian badminton!
THU 6:07 PM IST, Lakshya wins 21-12 Game 1 against HS Prannoy.
THU 5:42 PM IST, We’ve got an all-Indian showdown for a spot in the quarterfinals. After the disappointment of the men’s doubles, it’s time for Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy to show their strength and fight for a place in the next round. This is going to be a thrilling match – both players are in top form!
THU 5:38 PM IST, That’s a disappointing end for Satwik and Chirag. The Malaysians, Chia and Soh, played with incredible intensity and precision. The Indians fought hard, but they couldn’t quite overcome the challenge. It’s a tough loss, but they’ve shown great progress this season.
THU 5:26 PM IST, Wow, what a comeback! The Malaysians are really pushing back, and the game is tied at 11-11. It’s anyone’s game now. It’s a nail-biter, and every point is crucial! Let’s see who can break the deadlock and take control.
THU 5:15 PM IST, India [1-1] Malaysia; Pressure is on! Satwik and Chirag have lost the first two points of the third game. The Malaysians are playing with confidence, forcing the Indians to make mistakes. It’s going to take a serious effort to turn this around and win this game. The match is hanging in the balance!
THU 4:50 PM IST, Done and dusted, Indian duo [1-0] leading after first round
THU 4:44 PM IST, It’s a nail-biter so far! Satwik and Chirag are holding onto a slim lead after a hard-fought first half. The Malaysian pair is clearly a tough opponent, and it’s going to be a battle to the very end. Every point is crucial, and the Indians will need to maintain their focus to keep this lead.
THU 4:11 PM IST, This is really concerning. Anjum’s final prone score of 194/200 puts her in 21st place, and Sift’s score has her in 26th. They’re both in a tough position, and it’s going to be a massive uphill battle to make the final. It’s a very competitive field, and they’ll need to find their best shooting to have any chance of turning things around.
THU 4:03 PM IST, This is getting really tough for both Anjum and Sift. It looks like they’re both struggling to find their accuracy. Even if they shoot perfect scores from now until the end, it might not be enough. This is a very tight race, and they need a miracle to make the final.
THU 3:58 PM IST, This is getting very tense! Anjum’s 48/50 is still okay, but Sift’s 29/30 is a big worry. They’re both going to have to shoot lights out for the rest of this series. Every shot counts now. Let’s hope they can turn things around!
THU 3:38 PM IST, It’s not the start Anjum and Sift were hoping for. Anjum’s 97 in the first series is decent, but Sift’s 77/80 is definitely a cause for concern. They’ll need to find their rhythm and consistency quickly to climb back into contention for a top 8 spot. It’s still early, but pressure is mounting.
THU 3:30 PM IST, Okay, so here’s how the Women’s 50m rifle 3 positions qualifying works:
• Three Positions: Each shooter will take 20 shots in each of the three positions: kneeling, prone, and standing.
• Total Shots: That’s a total of 60 shots for the whole qualifying round.
• Scoring: Scores are in whole numbers, not decimals.
• Final Qualification: The top 8 shooters with the highest combined scores after 60 shots will advance to the final, which will be held tomorrow.
THU 3:04 PM IST, India lose to Belgium! India showed real improvement and played some of their best hockey in months, but Belgium’s penalty corner prowess proved too strong. Hendrickx was just unstoppable!
Despite the loss, India can be proud of their performance. They’ve qualified for the quarterfinals and are showing signs of real progress. The future looks bright for this team!
THU 3:00 PM IST, What a save by van Aubel! Harmanpreet’s shot was absolute rocket, but van Aubel reacted with incredible speed, lifting his stick just in time to block it. It’s a moment of brilliance, and the replay just highlights how impressive that save was.
India will be frustrated, but they’ll need to keep pushing for that equalizer.
THU 2:50 PM IST, Unfortunately, Nikhat Zareen’s Olympic journey has come to an end. Wu Yu put on a masterful display, using her defense and counter-punching to keep Nikhat off balance. While Nikhat tried to land her signature hooks, she seemed out of sync and couldn’t find her rhythm. This early exit is a shock, but we can’t forget the amazing journey she’s had so far.
THU 2:44 PM IST, Belgium 2-1 India as of now, India needs some miracle now.
THU 2:43 PM IST, Unfortunately, Pravin has been eliminated from the men’s individual archery competition at the Paris Olympics. He lost to Kao from China 0-6 in the round of 32. It’s a tough loss, but we wish him the best of luck in future competitions.
THU 2:41 PM IST, Nikhat Zareen started the second round strong, landing a series of punches and putting pressure on Wu. She connected with a powerful left hand and seemed to find her rhythm. While Wu landed some punches of her own, Nikhat ended the round with a couple of body shots. It’s too close to call – the fight is still very much alive!
THU 2:26 PM IST, This is going to be a great Boxing fight! Nikhat Zareen is a force to be reckoned with, but Wu Yu is a tough opponent. It’s always exciting when you have two world champions going head-to-head. Let’s see if Nikhat can pull off another victory!
THU 2:24 PM IST, What a comeback from Belgium! It seems like they’ve adjusted their game plan and are finding more space in the Indian defense. That flick from Stockbroekx was pure class! Now the pressure is back on India to find a way to regain the lead. This game is heating up!
THU 2:21 PM IST, The pressure is definitely on India now! They have the lead against the reigning Olympic champions, but Belgium is known for their resilience. This third quarter will be crucial. Can India hold on to their lead or will Belgium find a way to equalize?
THU 1:55 PM IST, Wow! What a goal from Abhishek! That’s a huge moment for India. They’ve broken the deadlock and now have the lead. This could be a game changer! Let’s see if they can hold on.
THU 1:52 PM IST, [0- 0] the pressure is definitely on Belgium to break the deadlock in the second quarter. India’s defense has been solid so far, but they need to find a way to create more chances going forward. It will be interesting to see how both teams adjust their strategies in the second half!
THU 1:48 PM IST, With a lot of effort Swapnil Kusale wins the bronze here in 50-m rifle shooting.
THU 1:44 PM IST, Swapnil is on fire! He just shot a 50.4 in the standing position, series 2, after a strong 51.1 in series 1. This fantastic performance puts him in third place overall with 411.6 points. He’s definitely in contention for a medal!
THU 1:43 PM IST, The game is still scoreless at 12 minutes! Abhishek had a great chance for India, hitting the ball on target, but Belgium’s goalkeeper Vanasch made a fantastic save with his hand. The move started with a long ball from Harmanpreet in defense, showcasing India’s attacking intent. This is a tight match with both teams playing fiercely!
THU 1:32 PM IST, The game is underway at the Stade Yves-du-Manoir! India, the reigning Olympic champions, are in their blue jerseys, facing Belgium in white. Belgium has come out strong, pushing back against the Indian side right from the start. Let’s see how this exciting match unfolds!
THU 1:15 PM IST, Here are the current standings in the men’s 50m rifle 3 position final:
1. Jon-Hermann Hegg (Norway) – 155.3
2. Liu Yukun (China) – 154.0
3. Serhiy Kulish (Ukraine) – 153.9
4. Lucas Kryzs (France) – 153.7
5. Jiri Privratsky (Czechia) – 153.5
6. Swapnil Kusale (India) – 153.3
7. Tomasz Bartnik (Poland) – 152.9
8. Lazar Kovacevic (Serbia) – 152.3
Kusale is currently in 6th place, just a fraction of a point away from a medal! Let’s see if he can climb the leaderboard in the remaining shots!
THU 1:08 PM IST, The men’s 50m rifle 3 position final is heating up! Kusale is currently just one point away from a medal and two points behind the leader. Norway’s Jon-Herman Hegg is in first place with a strong score of 103.7, thanks to two series of 52.1 and 51.6. He has a narrow lead of 0.8 points over second-placed Chinese shooter Liu Yukun. Let’s see if Kusale can close the gap and claim a medal!
THU 1:01 PM IST, The men’s 20km race walk final has concluded! India’s Vikash Singh finished in 30th place with a time of 1:22:36. Paramjeet Singh Bisht finished in 37th place. Unfortunately, Akshdeep Singh was unable to complete the race.
THU 1:00 PM IST, Swapnil and his rival opponents are in the sports arena and are being introduced by the announcer! The action begins shortly!
THU 12:21 PM IST, Vikash is now in 29th position, while Paramjeet is holding steady in 41st. Great news! Paramjeet just climbed up two positions, showing his determination! Let’s see if he can continue his climb.
THU 12:00 PM IST, Things have changed in the race walk! Vikash has dropped to 20th place, while Paramjeet is now in 46th. Unfortunately, Akshdeep has had to withdraw from the race. We’ll keep an eye on Vikash to see if he can make a move up the rankings!
THU 11:51 AM IST, Later today at 12:30 PM IST, the excitement continues with golf! Gaganjeet and Subhankar will be representing India in the men’s individual stroke play round 1. Let’s see if they can get off to a strong start!
THU 11:42 AM IST, Vikash is currently in 13th place, showing strong early form. Paramjeet has made a great start, climbing eight positions to 29th. Akshdeep, unfortunately, is currently at the back of the pack in 49th. Let’s see if he can make a comeback!
THU 11:32 AM IST, The men’s 20km race walk final is underway! India has three strong contenders: Paramjeet, Akashdeep, and Vikash. Will they be able to secure a medal? We’ll be watching closely to see how they perform!
