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Day 4 of the Paris Olympics 2024 promises a thrilling ride for Indian fans, with multiple athletes across various disciplines set to compete for glory on the world stage. The day's highlight is undoubtedly the pursuit of history by Indian badminton duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, who have already etched their names in the record books by reaching the men's doubles quarterfinals, a feat never achieved by an Indian pair before.
The pair's historic qualification came after their opponent, Mark Lamsfuss of Germany, withdrew due to injury. The duo is now set to face Alfian Fajar and Muhammad Rian Ardianto of Indonesia in a crucial group stage match. Another Indian athlete aiming for a historic feat is ace shooter Manu Bhaker, who is on the verge of securing a second Olympic medal for India. Teaming up with Sarabjot Singh, Bhaker will compete in the 10m air pistol mixed team bronze medal match against the Korean duo of Oh Ye Jin and Lee Wonho.
Beyond badminton and shooting, India's Day 4 schedule is packed with excitement across a range of sports. In hockey, Harmanpreet Singh will lead India's men's team against Ireland in a Pool B match, hoping to maintain momentum after their earlier victory over Argentina. The archery contingent, featuring Ankita Bhakat, Bhajan Kaur, and Dhiraj Bommadevara, will be looking for redemption after their initial struggles. Meanwhile, boxers Amit Panghal, Jaismine Lamboria, and Preeti Pawar will be stepping into the ring to represent India in their respective weight categories.
In rowing, Balraj Panwar will compete in the men's single sculls quarterfinals, while the women's doubles badminton pair of Ashwini Ponnappa and Tanisha Crasto will aim for their first win of the Games. The day's activities conclude with the late-night boxing bouts, featuring Preeti Pawar's Round of 16 clash against Yeni Marcela Arias of Colombia, a match scheduled to begin at 1:20 am on July 31st.
With a full slate of events across various disciplines, Day 4 of the Paris Olympics promises to be an exciting day for Indian athletes and their supporters alike. As the nation eagerly awaits the outcome of these crucial matches, hopes are high that India will continue to make its mark on the global sporting stage.