Paris/Patiala, 1 August
Indian shooter Swapnil Kusale etched his name in the history books by clinching the bronze medal in the men’s 50m rifle 3 positions final at the Paris 2024 Olympics. This marks India’s first-ever Olympic medal in this event and the country’s third shooting medal overall at the Games.
Kusale’s journey to the podium was marked by resilience and determination. Despite a challenging start, he steadily climbed the ranks, showcasing exceptional skill and composure under pressure. His consistent performance across the kneeling, prone, and standing positions proved instrumental in securing the bronze.
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The 28-year-old’s achievement is a testament to India’s growing dominance in shooting sports. With this medal, India joins an elite group of nations with multiple shooting medals at a single Olympics.
China’s Liu Yukun claimed the gold, while Ukraine’s Serhiy Kulish settled for silver. Kusale’s final score of 451.4 points earned him the coveted bronze.
India’s shooting contingent has been a standout performer at the Paris Olympics, with Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh earlier winning bronze medals in the women’s 10m air pistol and mixed team events, respectively.
