Indian rifle shooter Ramita Jindal narrowly missed out on a podium finish at the ongoing Paris Olympics 2024, placing seventh in the final of the 10-meter air rifle women’s competition. Despite the setback, Jindal expressed gratitude for the invaluable experience gained during her Olympic debut.
“The experience was truly exceptional,” Jindal said. “I’ve learned so much here, and I’m taking these lessons with me. There’s a lot to learn, and I’ll use this experience to improve in the upcoming season.”
Jindal acknowledged the significant growth and skills acquired during her Olympic journey. She emphasized the importance of these takeaways, which she believes will contribute to her personal and professional development. She is determined to apply these insights to achieve success in the upcoming season.
Jindal extended her admiration to Manu Bhaker, who won a bronze medal in the same event. She expressed that Bhaker’s achievement has instilled hope and motivation within the team.
“After Manu’s medal, we now have that hope because Manu and I have been competing for a long time,” Jindal said. “It’s motivating for us to know that if she can do it, we can too. The team is very confident now.”
Jindal praised Bhaker’s hard work and dedication, believing that she is a deserving recipient of the medal. She expressed that Bhaker serves as an inspiration to the team, and her achievements will be a source of motivation for all.
“Bhaker is my inspiration,” Jindal said. “When I started my career, she was already in Tokyo and in great form. I’ve been observing her for a long time. She’s very hardworking, and she definitely deserves the medal. Everyone will look up to her and her dedication.”
Jindal emphasized the collective effort and competitive spirit within the shooting contingent. She expressed confidence in the team’s ability to perform well and potentially secure more medals.
“There can be more medals,” Jindal said. “Everyone has worked really hard. We can bring more medals, and everyone is very competitive and in good form to perform well.”
