Swapnil Kusale's Historic Olympic Comeback Secures India's First Bronze in 50m Rifle

Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale staged a remarkable comeback to win India's first Olympic bronze in the 50m rifle 3 positions event. His achievement marked the third bronze medal for India at the Paris Games, with all medals coming from shooting events, a historic first for the country.

Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale displayed incredible resilience to win India's first Olympic bronze in the 50m rifle 3 positions event on Thursday.

Kusale, whose final score was 451.4, managed to secure third place despite being ranked sixth at one point. This bronze adds to the country's tally, bringing India's total to three bronze medals at the Paris Games—all in shooting events, a historic milestone.

Kusale's medal follows impressive performances by Manu Bhaker in the women's 10m air pistol and mixed team event, alongside Sarabjot Singh. Kusale's family background includes a father and brother who are teachers and a mother who serves as the village sarpanch, adding to the remarkable nature of his achievement.

(With inputs from agencies.)