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India's Historic Archery Journey Ends in Heartbreak

India’s Historic Archery Journey Ends in Heartbreak

By August 2, 2024 0

India’s historic Olympic archery journey came to a heart-wrenching end as Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara narrowly missed out on a bronze medal, losing 2-6 to the USA’s Casey Kaufhold and Brady Ellison.

The Indian duo made history by becoming the first archers to reach an Olympic medal match, but their dream of a podium finish was shattered in the bronze medal contest. The first set was a close affair, with the USA pair edging out India 38-37. Ankita’s 7-pointer at the start of the set proved costly for India.

The pressure mounted in the second set, and Ankita’s first arrow was a low 7. Despite Casey’s 8-pointer, Brady’s double 10 gave the USA a commanding 4-0 lead. India fought back in the third set, with Dhiraj’s 10, 9, and 9, 10 combination. Casey’s weak link for the USA, shooting 7 and 8 in this set.

However, in the decider, Ankita faltered again with a double 8. Dhiraj’s 9 and 10 were not enough as Brady and Casey shot 10, 9, and 9, 9 to win the fourth set 37-35 and secure the bronze medal.

Earlier in the day, Ankita and Dhiraj had made history by reaching the semi-finals, where they faced the two-time Olympic finalists from Korea. The Indian pair started strongly, taking the first set 36-38, but the Koreans fought back to win the second set 38-35.

In the quarterfinal, India defeated Spain 38-37 38-38 36-37 37-36. Ankita and Dhiraj took the first set 38-37, but Spain tied the scores in the second set 38-all. India’s 3-1 advantage was neutralized in the third set, but they held their nerves in the fourth set to win 37-36 and secure a semifinal spot.

The Indian recurve mixed team had also performed admirably, rallying past Indonesia to enter the quarterfinals. Dhiraj and Ankita consistently shot 9s and 10s, with Ankita shooting 10s in her last three attempts to take the pair into the last eight stage.

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Indian Archers Aim for Olympic Glory After Historic Ranking Rounds

Indian Archers Aim for Olympic Glory After Historic Ranking Rounds

By July 27, 2024 0

Indian archery has set its sights on ending a 36-year Olympic medal drought at the Tokyo Games, buoyed by its impressive performance in the ranking rounds. With a full six-member contingent competing in all five categories, India has a strong chance of multiple medals.

The men’s and women’s teams, seeded straight to the quarterfinals, need two wins to secure a historic first Olympic medal. They will avoid archery powerhouse South Korea in the early rounds, but could face them in the semifinals.

The women’s team, led by Ankita Bhakat, Bhajan Kaur, and Deepika Kumari, will face the winners of France and the Netherlands in the quarterfinals. France, ranked fifth in the qualifiers, will be the favorites, but India has a slight edge in average arrow score.

Deepika, a former world No. 1, has struggled in the ranking rounds but remains a key player. Her experience and ability to perform under pressure will be crucial.

The men’s team, featuring Games debutant Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep Rai, and Pravin Jadhav, is considered the most likely to win a medal. They upset South Korea in the Shanghai World Cup and are ranked third in the qualification round.

Dhiraj, in particular, has been in red-hot form and will also be a contender in the individual rounds. He will look to overcome the disappointment of his Asian Games performance, where he botched up his release twice in the quarterfinals.

In the mixed team event, India is seeded fifth and will face Indonesia in the opening round. They could potentially face China and South Korea in the later rounds.

Overall, Indian archery has a strong chance of making history at the Tokyo Games. With a talented team and a favorable draw, they are poised to end their long wait for an Olympic medal.

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Indian Archery Teams Qualify for Quarterfinals at Paris Olympics

Indian Archery Teams Qualify for Quarterfinals at Paris Olympics

By July 25, 2024 0

India’s archery contingent made a promising start at the Paris Olympics, with both the men’s and women’s teams securing quarterfinal berths in the recurve event.

The women’s trio of Ankita Bhakat, Bhajan Kaur, and Deepika Kumari impressed with a combined score of 666 points, placing fourth in the standings. Bhakat, a debutant at the Games, emerged as the top-ranked Indian archer, finishing 11th in the individual qualifications.

In the men’s team event, Dhiraj Bommadevara, Tarundeep Rai, and Pravin Ramesh Jadhav combined for a score of 2013 points, finishing third behind South Korea and France. Bommadevara, who made a remarkable comeback in the ranking round, finished fourth in the singles qualifying with a score of 681.

South Korea’s Lim Sihyeon set a new world record with a score of 694 in the individual competition, while her compatriot Suhyeon Nam finished second with 688 points. China’s Yang Xiaolei secured the third position with 673 points.

Despite her impressive team performance, Deepika Kumari, a four-time Olympian, had a disappointing outing in the individual qualifications, recording her worst-ever result at the Games. As a result, she missed out on the mixed team berth for the first time, with Ankita set to partner Bommadevara in the mixed team finals.

The top four teams in both the men’s and women’s events earned direct entry into the quarterfinals, bypassing the Round of 16 fixtures. India’s women’s team will face either France or the Netherlands in the quarterfinals, while the men’s team will face a yet-to-be-determined opponent.

If successful in the quarterfinals, India could face a formidable challenge against the South Korean team, renowned for their dominance in Olympic archery. The Korean women’s team has been particularly invincible, securing their ninth consecutive Olympic medal in Tokyo three years ago.

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Indian Archers Confident of Olympic Success with Clear Communication

Indian Archers Confident of Olympic Success with Clear Communication

By July 23, 2024 0

India’s archery contingent is brimming with confidence ahead of the Paris Olympics, with ace archer Deepika Kumari expressing optimism about their chances. The team’s strength lies in its clear communication and unwavering support for each other, especially in challenging situations.

Deepika, a veteran of three Olympic Games, emphasized the importance of effective communication. “The strength of any team lies in its communication and combination. It’s essential to support each other in various situations. We talk a lot and discuss how to handle different scenarios. Clear communication, especially in tough situations, is a huge strength for us,” she said.

Ankita Bhakat, who will be fulfilling her lifelong dream of competing in the Olympics, echoed Deepika’s sentiments. “Since I started archery, I have always dreamt of playing in the Olympics. Now, that dream is coming true. In past World Cups, we rarely played podium matches, but this time it’s different. We learned from our early setbacks and improved significantly. Our performance has been consistently better in each competition, and I believe we will perform well at the Olympics,” Bhakat stated.

Bhajan Kaur, another member of the women’s team, highlighted the importance of self-belief and giving their best effort. “My performance at the second World Cup was much better than the first one, so I started feeling victorious about my progress since the first World Cup. Whenever we go for a tournament, we focus on giving our best, no matter the magnitude of the tournament. Our aim is to leave no stones unturned for the Olympics as well and we are confident that we will return from Paris with a medal,” Kaur said.

Bhakat also acknowledged the invaluable experience of having Deepika Kumari in the team. “It’s a great advantage that Deepika is going to the Olympics for the fourth time. She understands the challenges we might face in Paris,” she explained.

Bhajan added, “Deepika’s experience, along with Ankita’s, is our biggest strength. They help us understand and rectify any issues in our game. Our ability to communicate and support each other is crucial.”

Deepika, one of India’s most decorated archers, has been a beacon of excellence in the sport. The former World No.1 archer has won medals in World Cups, Asian Championships, the Commonwealth Games, the World Championships, and the Asian Games.

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