Historic Bronze for Swapnil Kusale: India's First Medal in Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi celebrated Swapnil Kusale's historic bronze medal in the Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the Paris Olympics. This marks India’s first Olympic medal in this category and adds to a total of three shooting medals at these Games.


Devdiscourse News Desk | New Delhi | Updated: 01-08-2024 15:33 IST | Created: 01-08-2024 15:33 IST
Historic Bronze for Swapnil Kusale: India's First Medal in Men's 50m Rifle 3 Positions
Swapnil Kusale

President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi have celebrated Swapnil Kusale's historic achievement, as he secured a bronze medal in the 50m rifle 3 positions event at the Paris Olympics.

Kusale showcased exceptional resilience, elevating India to its first Olympic medal in this specific event with a score of 451.4, placing third in the eight-shooter final. President Murmu and PM Modi commended his milestone, recognizing it as India's third shooting medal at these Games.

President Murmu expressed her heartfelt congratulations on Twitter, while PM Modi highlighted Kusale's resilience and skill. Sports Minister Mansukh Mandaviya and former Olympians also praised Kusale, underscoring his monumental accomplishment for Indian sports.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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