Manu Bhaker is poised to be the flagbearer for India at the closing ceremony of the Paris Olympics on August 11. The young shooting star has made history by becoming the first Indian to win two medals in a single edition since India’s independence. She secured bronze medals in both the 10m air pistol event and the mixed team 10m pistol event.
Achievements of Manu Bhaker
- 10m Air Pistol Event: Bronze medal
- Mixed Team 10m Pistol Event: Bronze medal
Flagbearer Announcement
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) is expected to officially announce Bhaker as the flagbearer for the women’s contingent at the closing ceremony. However, the representative for the men’s contingent is yet to be decided.
Previous Flagbearers
- Opening Ceremony: PV Sindhu (Badminton) and Achanta Sharath Kamal (Table Tennis) were the flagbearers for India.
Manu Bhaker expressed that it would be a privilege and honor to carry the country’s flag at the closing ceremony. This recognition comes as a testament to her outstanding performance and determination, especially after the challenges she faced in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Closing Ceremony Details
- Date: August 11
- Location: Paris Olympics
Bhaker’s anticipated role as the flagbearer highlights her significant contributions and marks a memorable moment for Indian sports at the Paris Olympics
