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Day 6 of the Paris 2024 Olympics promises a day filled with anticipation for Indian athletes, as they compete in various disciplines with hopes for medal glory. A significant highlight is the shooting competition, where Swapnil Kusale has a golden opportunity to secure a medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions competition. Should Kusale reach the podium, it would mark a historic feat for India, becoming the first nation to win three shooting medals from a single Olympics.
Badminton fans are in for a treat as India's top doubles pair, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, face a formidable challenge against former world champions Aaron Chia and Soh Wooi Yik of Malaysia. PV Sindhu, a double Olympic medalist, is also set for a tense encounter against He Bing Jiao of China, a rematch of their Tokyo 2020 bronze medal playoff in the women’s singles Round of 16. Meanwhile, Lakshya Sen, who impressed in his previous victory, prepares to face either HS Prannoy or Le Duc Phat in the men’s singles Round of 16.
The golf action commences on Thursday with Day 1 of the men's competition, featuring Indian players Gaganjeet Bhullar and Shubhankar Sharma. They will be aiming to make their mark and potentially earn a medal by the end of the tournament. In hockey, India's men's team, already assured of a quarter-final spot, face the pressure-free challenge of reigning champions and world No.1 Belgium in their penultimate Pool B encounter. Belgium, having comfortably qualified for the last eight after a dominant win over Australia, will be looking to maintain their momentum.
Finally, in boxing, Nikhat Zareen steps into the ring for the women’s 50kg Round of 16, facing a stern test against the top-seeded and reigning world champion Wu Yu of China. With the intensity building for Indian athletes in these various sports, Day 6 at the Paris 2024 Olympics promises a day of thrilling competition and potentially momentous victories.