Manu Bhaker Makes History with Double Olympic Medals

Manu Bhaker becomes the first Indian athlete in the post-independence era to win two Olympic medals in a single edition. She, along with Sarabjot Singh, won bronze in the 10m air pistol mixed team event. Politicians like Kharge, Rahul Gandhi, and Priyanka Gandhi congratulated them.

In an unprecedented achievement, Manu Bhaker has become the first Indian athlete in the post-independence era to win two Olympic medals in a single edition of the Games. Bhaker, alongside Sarabjot Singh, clinched the 10m air pistol mixed team bronze.

Earlier in the week, Bhaker had secured the women's 10m air pistol bronze. Both medals were won at the Paris Olympics 2024, marking a milestone for Indian sports. Bhaker's accomplishment was lauded by several prominent politicians.

Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi expressed their elation over this historic achievement. In social media posts, they extended congratulations to Bhaker and Singh for their extraordinary feats, celebrating the hard work and dedication that brought immense pride to the nation.

(With inputs from agencies.)