Paris Olympics 2024, Day 5 Games for India:
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THU 1:14 AM IST, Lakshya Sen advanced to the Round of 16 with a thrilling victory over Jonatan Christie, the world number three and third seed from Indonesia. Despite falling behind early in the first game, Lakshya staged a remarkable comeback.
WED 11:44 PM IST, Prannoy – Le [1-1], One game win for both, and into the decider we go
WED 11:34 PM IST, Prannoy is trailing 8-5 in the second game (0-1 overall). Le has regained the momentum, scoring quickly and forcing Prannoy into a long clear that gives him back the service. This kind of error could be costly against an opponent ranked significantly higher.
WED 11:26 PM IST, Le closes out the first game 16-21, capitalizing on a single game point. He forces another error from Prannoy, putting the Indian player in a precarious position.
WED 11:21 PM IST, Prannoy, trailing 13-15, is displaying incredible determination. He unleashes a powerful smash to Le’s backhand, leaving the Vietnamese player with no response. Prannoy’s roar reflects his newfound intensity.
WED 11:07 PM IST, Prannoy is facing a headwind, playing from the “bad” side of the court. This may be contributing to some of his longer shots as he starts slowly, but he’s caught up to 3-3.
WED 11:03 PM IST, HS Prannoy and Vietnam’s Du Phat Le are getting ready for their match, with the winner advancing to the Round of 16 as the top player in Group K.
WED 11:00 PM IST, HS Prannoy is set to play his second match of the tournament anytime soon. He comes into this match off a strong win over Germany’s Fabian Roth, 21-18, 21-12. Facing the lower-ranked Le Duc Phat of Vietnam, Prannoy, the World Championship silver medalist, is expected to secure a comfortable victory.
WED 9:44 PM IST, Tarundeep Rai fell to Tom Hall 6-4 in the men’s individual round of 64.
WED 9:40 PM IST, Tarundeep capitalized on a shaky set from Hall, winning the third set 28-25. The veteran Indian’s strong performance tied the match at 3-3.
WED 9:36 PM IST, Hall edged out Tarundeep in the second set, scoring a clutch 10 in his final attempt. This gives Hall a 3-1 lead, putting Tarundeep in a position where he’ll need to rally to catch up.
WED 9:26 PM IST, Hirano, defeats Manika Batra with a score of 6-11, 9-11, 14-12, 8-11, 6-11.
WED 9:17 PM IST, Hirano regained control, winning the fourth game 8-11. She stepped up her game when it mattered most, playing flawlessly and avoiding any errors. Now, just one game away from the quarterfinals, Hirano is in a strong position.
WED 9:07 PM IST, Manika fought back to win the third game, 14-12, against Hirano. Coach Massimo celebrated the victory enthusiastically. Hirano, who had been very consistent, made some crucial mistakes, giving Manika a chance to get back into the match. While there’s still a lot of work to do, the comeback is underway.
WED 8:53 PM IST, Manika attempted a comeback, but Hirano’s relentless pressure kept her off balance. The Japanese player now leads 2-0, and Manika faces a tough uphill battle.
WED 8:27 PM IST, Get ready for Manika Batra’s moment! She’s already made history as the first Indian to reach the round of 16 in singles table tennis at the Olympics.
WED 4:53 PM IST, Deepika wins the match 6-2! She’s into the pre-quarters after a dominant performance against Quinty.
WED 4:44 PM IST, Deepika takes the first set 2-0, leading 10-9, 10-9, 9-10!
WED 4:38 PM IST, Deepika Kumari will face Quinty Roeffen (Netherlands) in the Round of 32. The match is coming up soon!
WED 4:25 PM IST, Deepika will play her next round-of-32 match at 4:35 PM IST.
WED 4:20 PM IST, Deepika Kumari has done it! She’s won the shoot-off and secured her place in the next round of the archery competition.Â
This is a fantastic victory after a close match against Parnat. Deepika will now face either Quinty Roeffen of the Netherlands or Elisabeth Straka of Austria.
WED 4:12 PM IST, Deepika Kumari is showing incredible resilience in her archery match against Parnat! The Indian archer is tied 3-3 after three sets.
WED 4:11 PM IST, Lovlina Borgohain hatches the match, wins in the 2nd round.!
WED 4:06 PM IST, Lovlina Borgohain has started strong! She skillfully evaded Sunniva Hofstad’s initial attacks, then landed a sharp jab to the chin, followed by a powerful combination of punches before the bell. Despite a warning from the referee for not keeping her head up, Lovlina displayed excellent composure and tactical awareness. The judges have awarded her the first round, setting a positive tone for the match. This is a promising start for the Indian boxer!
WED 3:55 PM IST, The boxing action is heating up! Lovlina Borgohain is set to face Sunniva Hofstad of Norway in the women’s 75kg round of 16.Â
We’re currently witnessing a dominant performance from Li Qian of China, who is putting on a boxing clinic against Hergie Bacyadan of the Philippines. This match is nearing its end, and Lovlina will step into the ring soon after.
It’s going to be a thrilling contest, and we’re all eager to see Lovlina in action.
WED 3:36 PM IST, Sreeja Akula has done it! She’s officially joined Manika Batra as the only two Indian women to reach the Round of 16 in table tennis singles. What a thrilling victory! The match was incredibly close, but Sreeja stayed composed and pulled off the 4-2 win. This is a huge moment for Indian table tennis, and Sreeja’s performance is truly inspiring!
WED 3:26 PM IST, Sreeja Akula is on the verge of history! She’s just two points away from becoming the second Indian woman to reach the Round of 16 in table tennis singles, following in the footsteps of Manika Batra who achieved the feat just a few days ago. This is a momentous moment for Indian table tennis, and Sreeja is showing incredible focus and determination to secure her place in the tournament.
WED 3:16 PM IST, The match is getting tense! Sreeja Akula still holds a slight lead at 3-2, but Jian Zeng is hanging tough. A crucial point just went Zeng’s way after Sreeja sent a shot into the net. This could be a turning point in the game!
WED 3:01 PM IST, Sreeja Akula is on fire! She’s carried her momentum from the second game into the third, dominating the match and claiming a convincing 10-4 victory. This comeback is truly impressive, as she lost the first game but fought back to win the last two, putting her in a strong position with the score now at 9-11, 12-10, and 10-4.
WED 2:52 PM IST, Lakshya Sen has delivered a sensational victory! He dominated Jonatan Christie in a straight games win, 21-18, 21-12, to secure his spot in the Round of 16. Despite facing an early deficit and entering the match as an underdog, Lakshya displayed incredible resilience, taking the fight to Christie and ultimately outplaying his opponent.
WED 2:50 PM IST, Sreeja Akula has shown tremendous fighting spirit! She bounced back in style, winning the second game 12-10 against Jian Zeng. This comeback levels the match, and Sreeja is proving her determination to advance in the tournament.
WED 2:34 PM IST, Badminton, Lakshya Sen is continuing his strong performance, building a comfortable four-point lead in the second game. He looks to be in complete control of the match, while Jonatan Christie is visibly feeling the pressure and making uncharacteristic errors.
WED 2:32 PM IST, Table Tennis, Sreeja Akula is now on the court, facing Jian Zeng of Singapore in the Women’s Singles Round of 32. This match promises to be an exciting test for Sreeja as she looks to advance in the tournament.
WED 2:25 PM IST, Lakshya Sen has pulled off a truly remarkable comeback! Despite facing a tough start, being down 2-8, he rallied back with incredible determination and skill to win the first game 21-18. This victory will give Lakshya a significant psychological advantage going into the second game.
WED 2:22 PM IST, Shooting, Swapnil Kusale has qualified for the men’s 50m Rifle 3P final, finishing 7th in the qualifiers with a score of 590. He’ll compete in the final tomorrow. Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar was eliminated after placing 11th with a score of 589.
WED 2:19 PM IST, Badminton, Lakshya Sen is currently leading the first game of his match against Jonatan Christie 16-14. The match is proving to be a thrilling contest, with both shuttlers engaging in extended rallies, showcasing their skills and testing each other’s limits.
WED 2:09 PM IST, Lakshya Sen has staged a remarkable comeback! He’s on fire, winning seven consecutive points to take the lead for the first time at 9-8. This is a spirited performance from Lakshya, showing incredible determination and skill.
WED 2:03 PM IST, PV Sindhu is set for a challenging pre-quarterfinal matchup against He UnlimBot Jiao of China. The Chinese shuttler holds a slight edge in their head-to-head record, leading 11-9.
WED 2:01 PM IST, Lakshya Sen is currently engaged in a group stage battle against Indonesia’s Jonatan Christie. The Indonesian has taken an early lead, 5-1, putting pressure on the Indian shuttler. Lakshya will need to quickly find his rhythm and rally back in the match.
WED 1:51 PM IST, PV Sindhu showcased her dominance in a swift victory against her Estonian opponent. Sindhu secured a decisive win in just 32 minutes, with scores of 21-5 and 21-10. This dominant performance marks her second consecutive win, securing her spot in the round of 16.
WED 1:41 PM IST, Sindhu is currently leading the second game 11-6. While she continues to dominate the match, Kristin Kuuba has shown signs of improvement. However, it’s clear that Sindhu is still in control and the match has been largely one-sided.
WED 1:30 PM IST, PV Sindhu dominated the first game, swiftly defeating Kristin Kuuba with a score of 21-5. The Indian star displayed her exceptional skills, leaving her opponent no chance. Despite the emphatic win, Sindhu remained calm and composed as she entered the second game.
1:17 PM IST, PV Sindhu started strong, securing the first point and quickly extending her lead against the Estonian shuttler. She showcased her aggressive style, quickly establishing a commanding 4-0 advantage early in the game.
WED 1:07 PM IST, Aishwary Pratap Singh dominated the prone position, hitting a perfect 100 in the first round and a 99 in the second. This impressive performance brought his prone total to 199. He maintained a flawless score in the first prone series, only dropping a single point in the second.
WED 12:58 PM IST, Kusale’s impressive performance saw him hit two 99s in the kneeling rounds, resulting in a total score of 198. Aishwary, who started strong with a 98 in the first round, rebounded in the second round with a 99, putting his current total at 197.
WED 12:44 PM IST, Swapnil Kusale had a strong start in the 50m rifle 3 positions men’s qualification, hitting seven perfect scores in the first eight shots. Meanwhile, Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar lost ground with two mistakes in the initial kneeling series.
WED 12:30 PM IST, Four Indian shooters in action in two different events.
50m rifle 3 Positions
Men’s Qualification: Aishwary Pratap Singh Tomar and Swapnil Kusale.
Women’s Trap Qualification: Shreyasi Singh and Rajeshwari Kumari.
WED 12:29 PM IST, In the shooting trap qualification round, competitors face five series of 25 clay targets each. The top six performers advance to the final stage. If multiple athletes achieve the same score, a tiebreaker system is used to determine their ranking.
WED 12:20 PM IST, Indian athletes are set to compete in various sports, including shooting, badminton, table tennis, archery, boxing, and equestrian events. Although they will be in action today, no medal events are scheduled for India.