In 2024, Indian sports fans had many reasons to celebrate! From big wins in cricket to impressive performances in the Olympics and chess, India is on the rise. Here are some standout moments from this exciting year:
– Cricket World Cup: On June 29, the Indian cricket team, led by Rohit Sharma, won the World Cup after waiting over ten years. This victory made Indian cricket the top voice in the world!
– Olympic Medals: In July, pistol shooter Manu Bhaker made history by winning two medals at the Olympics, the first Indian to do so in a single Games. Also, javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra earned a silver medal, three years after winning gold at the Tokyo Olympics.
– Chess Triumph: Later in the year, India’s chess teams won gold medals at the Chess Olympiad in September, and two players, D Gukesh and Koneru Humpy, became world champions in December. Gukesh, just 18, became the youngest chess world champion ever!
– Para-Athletes Shine: India’s para-athletes had their best showing ever at the Paralympics, bringing home 29 medals, including 7 gold. Athletes like Avani Lekhara and Sumit Antil became new heroes to look up to.
– Hockey Team Success: The men’s hockey team secured a bronze medal, marking their second medal in a row at the Olympics.
Despite the celebrations, there were challenges too. The Indian Olympic Association had some internal issues and needed to improve. But through hard work and passion, Indian sports continue to grow, and this year could be the start of something amazing for the future!
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