Sarabjot Singh: India’s Olympic Shooting Star
Winning the Bronze Medal at the Paris Olympics
Sarabjot Singh, an Indian sport shooter, has made the nation proud by winning a bronze medal in the 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at the Paris Olympics 2024. Partnering with Manu Bhaker, the duo secured India’s second medal at the ongoing Games. This achievement is particularly significant as it marks Sarabjot’s first Olympic medal and adds to India’s growing tally in shooting sports.
Sarabjot Singh’s bronze medal at the Paris Olympics 2024 is a testament to his talent, determination, and dedication. His journey from a small village in Haryana to the Olympic podium is inspiring and highlights the potential of Indian athletes in the international arena. As Sarabjot continues to excel in his shooting career, the nation looks forward to more such proud moments and achievements from this young sports star.
The Journey to Bronze
In the bronze medal showdown, Sarabjot Singh and Manu Bhaker faced the South Korean team of Wonho Lee and Ye Jin Oh. Despite some late jitters, the Indian pair managed to secure a 16-10 victory. At one point, India led 10-4 and further extended this advantage to 14-6 after ten series of shots. Although the South Koreans made a comeback by winning consecutive series, they could not prevent the inevitable. In the 13th series, Sarabjot and Manu shot 19.6 compared to Korea’s 18.5, clinching the bronze medal.
Qualification Rounds
Before the finals, Sarabjot and Manu performed exceptionally well in the qualification rounds, finishing third with a score of 580. If they had scored just one more point, they would have competed in the gold medal match. Their consistency and precision in shooting ensured their place in the bronze medal match, where they outperformed the Korean pair with a score of 16-8.
Sarabjot Singh’s Early Life
Sarabjot Singh was born on September 30, 2001, in Dheen village of Ambala, Barara block, Haryana. He comes from a humble background, with his father, Jatinder Singh, working as a farmer, and his mother, Hardeep Kaur, being a homemaker. Sarabjot pursued his education at DAV College, Sector 10, Chandigarh. He trains under coach Abhishek Rana at the AR Shooting Academy in Central Phoenix Club, Ambala Cantt.
Career Highlights
Sarabjot Singh’s shooting career has been marked by several significant achievements. He was part of the Indian shooting team at the 2022 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China, where he, along with teammates Arjun Singh Cheema and Shiva Narwal, defeated China to win gold in the 10m Air Pistol team event. Additionally, Sarabjot won a silver medal in the mixed 10m Air Pistol event with Divya T.S. at the same Games.
In 2021, Sarabjot clinched gold medals in both individual and team events at the World Championships. His journey to success began in 2019 when he won gold at the ISSF Junior World Cup.
Training and Dedication
Sarabjot’s success is a result of his hard work and dedication to the sport. Training under the guidance of coach Abhishek Rana, he has honed his skills and maintained a high level of performance. His steady and consistent shooting, especially in crucial moments, has been a key factor in his achievements.
Sources :
https://www.indiatoday.in/sports/olympics/story/paris-2024-manu-bhaker-sarabjot-singh-bronze-10m-air-pistol-mixed-team-event-2573702-2024-07-30https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/sport-others/paris-olympics-manu-bhaker-sarabjot-singh-india-bronze-medal-air-pistol-team-9484325/https://www.hindustantimes.com/sports/olympics/manu-bhaker-scripts-history-at-paris-olympics-wins-bronze-with-sarabjot-singh-in-10m-air-pistol-mixed-team-event-101722323644472.html
