In a momentous achievement, the Indian men’s hockey team secured the bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 on 8 August, defeating Spain 2-0 in a gripping match at the Yves-du-Manoir Stadium.
This victory marks India’s second consecutive bronze medal in the Olympics and the 13th overall in hockey. The win is particularly significant as it comes after a 52-year gap since India last won back-to-back Olympic medals in 1968 and 1972.
With this bronze, India has now won four medals at the ongoing Paris Olympics, all of which are bronze. Three of these medals have been earned in shooting, while the hockey team’s triumph adds another to the tally.
Led by skipper Harmanpreet Singh, the Indian hockey team showcased exceptional skill and determination throughout the tournament. Although they narrowly missed the chance to compete for the gold medal, the bronze win against Spain reaffirms India’s prowess in the sport.
India’s historic win adds to their illustrious Olympic record, which includes eight gold medals, with the last one won in 1980. Alongside these, India has also claimed a silver medal in 1960 and now has four bronze medals from 1968, 1972, 2020, and 2024.
The bronze medal match between India and Spain was highly anticipated, especially considering India’s strong head-to-head record against Spain. In their last five encounters, India had won four matches, and they continued their dominance with this crucial victory. The match, which began at 5.30 pm IST, saw India taking control early on and maintaining their lead throughout to secure the win.
This victory not only adds another medal to India’s Olympic history but also boosts the morale of the nation and the team, which has been striving to return to its former glory in international hockey.
The Indian team’s performance in Paris will be remembered as a significant milestone, especially as they continue to build on their recent successes and aim for higher achievements in future tournaments.
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