Manu Bhaker misses medal hat-trick at Paris Olympics 2024

Manu Bhaker, who won two bronze at the Paris Olympics 2024, visibly looked emotional after missing out on the third medal.

Indian sport shooter Manu Bhaker, 22, won a bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 but missed out on clinching the third medal for India by a whisker. Manu, however, made India proud by winning two bronze medals this week to become Independent India’s first dual medal winner at the single edition of the quadrennial event.

Manu Bhaker misses out on winning the third medal at the Paris Olympics 2024.

All eyes were on Manu Bhaker to clinch another medal for India at the Paris Olympics 2024. However, she missed out on that win by a whisker. In the final of the women’s 25m air pistol, Manu finished fourth, rising as the second-best in the shootout, ending with 28 points. She was seen visibly emotional after losing the final round; however, fighting back her tears, she admitted she was nervous, and although she gave it her best shot, it unfortunately wasn’t enough.

“Already looking forward to the next one.”

After the contest, Manu said, “Already looking forward to the next one. I got really nervous in the last shot. I was trying to keep calm, but it was not enough. Fourth place is not a very good place… I have not been on social media. I haven’t been checking my phone. I was trying to give my best. In this event, I was not able to give my best performance.”

People, however, are pouring all their love on this young Olympic medalist for the massive pride she has brought to the nation. Showing gratitude towards all those who played a pivotal role in her journey, she concluded, “There has been a lot of hard work going on in the backstage. So many people have worked hard so that India can win a medal. Throughout my journey, it has been great. I would like to thank the entire ministry, SAI, PM Modi, my coach, Jaspal sir, my family, my friends, the support staff at the range… I thank each and every one of you. I hope we come up with a better result next time.”