On the 14th day of the Paris Olympics 2024, India’s Aman Sehrawat clinched the bronze medal in the Men’s freestyle 57kg wrestling category. Sehrawat faced Puerto Rico’s Darian Toi Cruz in a thrilling match that concluded with Sehrawat emerging victorious.
Match Highlights
- Date and Time: August 8, 2024, at 10:45 PM IST
- Event: Men’s freestyle 57kg wrestling
- Opponent: Darian Toi Cruz, Puerto Rico
Sehrawat took a crucial 2-point lead during the match. After Cruz suffered an injury to his leg, Sehrawat capitalized on the opportunity. The final score was 13-5 in favor of India, securing the bronze medal with an impressive 8-point lead.
Aman Sehrawat, born on July 16, 2003, in Jhajjar district, Haryana, was raised by his grandfather after losing his parents at the age of 11. From a young age, he showed a keen interest in mud wrestling, which led to his admission at Chhatrasal Stadium. He looks up to Olympic medalist Sushil Kumar as his childhood hero and role model.
Other Notable Performances
- Neeraj Chopra: On August 8, Neeraj Chopra threw further than his Tokyo Olympic gold-winning distance but missed out on gold due to a stellar performance by Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem. Chopra’s throw was 1.87 meters farther than his previous record, but Nadeem’s Olympic record throw of 92.97 meters earned him gold. Chopra won silver, becoming the third Indian to earn individual Olympic medals at two different Games.
- PR Sreejesh: The Indian men’s hockey team celebrated a fitting end to PR Sreejesh’s career. Sreejesh retired with two consecutive Olympic medals, concluding a remarkable journey that began when India struggled to qualify for the Games.
Medal Summary
| Athlete | Event | Medal | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aman Sehrawat | Men’s freestyle 57kg wrestling | Bronze | 13-5 |
| Neeraj Chopra | Men’s Javelin Throw | Silver | 1.87m more than Tokyo throw |
| Arshad Nadeem | Men’s Javelin Throw | Gold | 92.97m |
