Manu Bhakar
Manu Bhaker Paris Olympics 2024 Medals: Manu Bhaker had created history by winning two bronze medals in Paris Olympics 2024. She became the first Indian player to win two medals in the same Olympics in independent India. Now both Manu’s medals will be exchanged. Yes, you read it right. Because it has come to light that the color of Manu’s medals has discolored and he is in a very bad condition. He is likely to get new medals in place of his two bronze medals. Manu is among a large group of players who have complained that their medals have been spoiled. Many players around the world have also posted pictures of their worn medals on social media in recent days.
Medal replacement work is in progress
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said the damaged medals would be systematically replaced by the Monnaie de Paris. The new medal received by the players will be similar to the old one. The iron pieces in the center of each Olympic medal weigh 18 grams. The Monnaie de Paris produces coins and other currency for France. The organizing committee of the Paris Olympics is working with the Monnaie de Paris, which produced the medals, to replace all the damaged medals. In its clarification, this organization said that the medals are not defensive. Only their color has faded and the work of replacing them has been going on since August.
The medals given at the Paris Olympics and Paralympics 2024 were made in a special way. Because it included pieces of the iconic Eiffel Tower. The 5,084 gold, silver and bronze medals for Paris 2024 were designed by high-end jewelery and watch maker Chaumet (part of the LVMH group).
First Indian female shooter to win an Olympic medal
Manu Bhaker had opened India’s medal account in these games by winning the bronze medal in the individual 10 meter air pistol event. She became the first female shooter from the country to win an Olympic medal. This 22 year old player then won the bronze medal in the 10 meter air pistol mixed team along with Sarabjot Singh. Recently, in view of his strong performance, it was announced that he will be given India’s highest sports award, Khel Ratna.
(Input: PTI)
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