PR Sreejesh and Manu Bhaker to Lead Indian Contingent at Olympic Closing Ceremony

Celebrated hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh will join star shooter Manu Bhaker as the flag-bearer of the Indian contingent in the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) confirmed this, highlighting Sreejesh's popularity and emotional significance within the leadership.

Celebrated hockey goalkeeper PR Sreejesh and star shooter Manu Bhaker will serve as the flag-bearers for the Indian contingent at the closing ceremony of the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) confirmed this appointment on Friday.

The IOA expressed delight over the selection and issued an official statement announcing Sreejesh and Bhaker as joint flag-bearers. IOA President PT Usha highlighted Sreejesh's nomination as both an 'emotional and popular choice' among the IOA leadership.

Sreejesh, who recently retired after India's bronze medal-winning performance at the ongoing Games, expressed gratitude and honor for the selection.