India's Olympic Dream: A Look At The Top 10 Medal Hopes For Paris 2024

After a historic haul of seven medals at Tokyo 2020, India is gearing up to surpass this achievement at the Paris Olympics. With a strong contingent of 117 athletes, the nation is poised to make a significant impact. Paris, hosting the Olympics for the third time, is set to witness some of India's finest athletes in action.

Key Medal Prospects

Neeraj Chopra | Athletics, Men's Javelin Throw

Neeraj Chopra, India's premier athlete and gold medalist from Tokyo 2020, is a top contender. With victories in major championships, including the Diamond League, Chopra's only concern is a minor adductor muscle issue.

Nikhat Zareen | Boxing, Women's 50kg
Nikhat Zareen has dominated the boxing world, securing gold medals in the 2022 and 2023 World Championships. Her consistent performance makes her a strong medal hopeful.

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy/Chirag Shetty | Badminton, Men's Doubles
The dynamic duo had an exceptional 2023, winning several prestigious titles and achieving the world No. 1 ranking. Their aggressive style is well-suited to the fast courts in Paris, and they are expected to excel under pressure.

PV Sindhu | Badminton, Women's Singles
Aiming for her third Olympic medal, PV Sindhu has previously won silver in Rio 2016 and bronze in Tokyo 2020. Despite recent form challenges, her experience and skill make her a formidable competitor.

Antim Panghal | Wrestling, Women's 53kg Freestyle
Antim Panghal has a commendable track record, including a bronze at the 2023 World Championships. With a favorable draw, she has a good chance of reaching the finals.

Aman Sehrawat | Wrestling, Men's 57kg Freestyle
Aman Sehrawat is in peak form, having secured gold at the 2022 Asian Games and the 2023 Asian Championships. His agility and speed make him a strong contender for a medal in Paris.

Sift Kaur Samra | Shooting: Women's 50m Rifle 3 Positions
Sift Kaur Samra, known for her composure, is a bright hope in shooting. She has an impressive record, including an individual gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games and a world record in 50m rifle 3 positions.

Manu Bhaker | Shooting: Women's 25m Pistol & 10m Air Pistol Team
Manu Bhaker is set for redemption after a challenging Tokyo 2020. Competing in three events, her recent performance surge under coach Jaspal Rana's guidance makes her a strong medal prospect.

Tarundeep Rai, Dheeraj Bommadevara, Pravin Jadhav | Archery, Men's Recurve Team
The men's recurve team, with recent victories including a gold at the World Cup Stage 1, is India's best bet for a maiden Olympic archery medal.

Hockey | Men's Team
The men's hockey team, having ended a 40-year Olympic medal drought with a bronze in Tokyo, is in good form after winning gold at the Hangzhou Asiad. They face tough competition in Pool B but are determined to make it to the quarterfinals and beyond.