 "Manu Bhaker, two-time medallist at Paris Olympics, has been confirmed as India's flagbearer for the closing ceremony on Sunday. AP")
India’s dual Olympic medal-winning shooter Manu Bhaker was on Monday announced as the country’s flag bearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics closing ceremony scheduled for Sunday (11 August). Bhaker expressed gratitude to the Indian sporting fans for their constant support and unwavering faith in her abilities over the years.
Manu, who scripted history by becoming the only Indian athlete to win two medals in a single edition of Summer Games, dedicated her achievement to the nation and described her experiences in Paris as a dream come true.
“It is an honour and privilege to be named as India’s flagbearer for the Closing Ceremony of the Paris Olympics. Leading the outstanding Indian contingent with the tricolour in my hands with millions around the world watching is a truly humbling opportunity and one that I will cherish forever,” she wrote on “X”, formerly Twitter.
“I am grateful to The IOA for considering me worthy of this honour, and I look forward to raising the Indian flag with immense pride. Jai Hind!,” added the 22 year-old.
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More ShortsAt the Paris Olympics, Bhaker won bronze in the women’s 10m air pistol event as well as the mixed team 10m air pistol event after she teamed up with Sarabjot Singh. She also took part in the women’s 25m pistol event where she finished in fourth place.