Multiple setbacks, strokes of bad luck, and a humble upbringing didn't deter Jyothi Yarraji from setting and breaking records. Here's a look at her nine-year-long race to the Paris Olympics, where she became the first Indian woman to compete in the 100m hurdles.
Paris Olympics 2024: At just 19, Antim Panghal, a two-time U-20 world champion and medalist at the Asian Games and senior world championships, shines as the youngest Indian wrestler at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Neeraj Chopra, hailing from Haryana’s Khandra village, began his athletic journey after a chance encounter with javelin throw. Despite financial challenges, his dedication and talent made him the first Asian to win Olympic gold in athletics.
Paris Olympics: Annu Rani, an eight-time national javelin champion from a farming family in Bahadarpur, Meerut, overcame financial constraints and societal expectations to excel at sports.
Khel Ratna awardee Manika Batra has become a household name after her performance at Paris Olympics. Here's a look at the table tennis player's 15-year-long career.
Paris Olympics: Hailing from the small village of Bara Mukhia in Assam, Lovlina Borgohain’s boxing journey began when she was in Class 5 and came across a picture of American boxer Muhammad Ali in a newspaper. The rest, as they say, is history.
Paris Olympics: Lakshya Sen, 22, has emerged as the new poster boy of Indian badminton. Making headlines for his no-look backhand shot, he aims to build on his past victories to make a mark on the world stage.
Paris Olympics: Hailing from a small town in Maharashtra, Swapnil Kusale has clinched a historic bronze medal in 50m Rifle 3 Positions. This is India's third Olympic shooting medal, and its first in this event.
Paris Olympics 2024: With another bronze, Manu Bhaker becomes the first Indian woman to win two shooting medals in a single Olympic edition. Her first was in the women's 10m air pistol event and her second in the 10m air pistol mixed team event.
Here's the story of India's first official Olympic team at the 1920 Antwerp Games and the visionary Dorabji Tata, who made it possible. A tale of passion, perseverance, and pioneering spirit.