How Google India applauded Manu Bhaker, Sarabjot Singh's success at Paris Olympics

The Indian shooting team of Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh secured the bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol mixed team event at the Paris 2024 Olympics, held at the Chateauroux Shooting Centre. This achievement marks India’s second shooting medal at these games.

Google India took to social media to celebrate this significant victory. On their official X handle, they posted, "Ek hi toh dil hai…do baar jeet liya. (Have just one heart, you won it twice). Congratulations to #ManuBhaker and #SarabjotSingh for winning the first ever medal for India in a shooting team event.” The congratulatory message was accompanied by an image showing a bronze medal and flower bouquets that appear when searching "India Olympics 2024" on Google.



In the intense competition, Bhaker and Singh scored a combined total of 580 points with 20 perfect shots. They triumphed over the Korean pair of Xue Li and Wonho Lee with a score of 16-8 in the bronze medal match. The Korean team finished just behind with 579 points and 18 perfect shots.

This victory was especially notable for Singh, marking his first Olympic medal. Bhaker also made history as the first Indian to win multiple medals at a single Olympic Games, having already secured a bronze in the women's 10m Air Pistol event.

Manu Bhaker’s Historic Achievement

Manu Bhaker's performance at the Paris 2024 Olympics was nothing short of historic. The 22-year-old from Jhajjar, Haryana, became the first Indian athlete to win two medals in a single edition of the Olympics. She first won a bronze in the women’s 10m Air Pistol event before adding another bronze in the mixed 10m Air Pistol event alongside Sarabjot Singh.

Bhaker's journey to Olympic glory has been marked by resilience and determination. After facing a disappointing setback with a malfunctioning pistol at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics, her achievements in Paris are particularly commendable. Born on February 18, 2002, Manu Bhaker has quickly emerged as a leading figure in Indian shooting. She has explored various sports, including boxing, tennis, and skating, before finding her true passion in shooting. Her international debut in 2017 was the start of a remarkable career, highlighted by a gold medal in the 10m Air Pistol event at the 2018 Youth Olympic Games in Buenos Aires.

Beyond her shooting prowess, Bhaker is also known for her versatility. Recently, she performed the national anthem on the violin at the MP Shooting Academy in Bhopal, showcasing her musical talent.

Congratulatory Messages

Following her historic win, Manu Bhaker received widespread acclaim from various quarters. Celebrities, sports personalities, and fans took to social media to congratulate her. Notable figures like Anushka Sharma, Kareena Kapoor, Anand Mahindra, Alia Bhatt, Arjun Kapoor, Sidharth Malhotra, Deepika Padukone, Kangana Ranaut, Taapsee Pannu, and Shilpa Shetty shared their joy and extended their best wishes.