INDIAN wrestler Aman Sehrawat made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by clinching a bronze medal in the 57 kg freestyle wrestling category, marking India’s first wrestling medal at the Games.

The 21-year-old grappler, making his Olympic debut, delivered a stellar performance, defeating Puerto Rico’s Darian Cruz 13-5 in a hard-fought bout.

The match began with Cruz taking an early lead, securing a point with a single-leg hold that put Aman on the defensive. However, the young Indian wrestler quickly regrouped, targeting Cruz’s shoulders to score crucial points.

Despite a brief moment where Cruz regained the lead with a two-point move, Aman’s resilience shone through. With 37 seconds remaining, Aman made his decisive move, earning additional points and securing the win through technical superiority as Cruz’s desperate final attempt failed.

Reflecting on his achievement, Aman expressed disbelief and immense pride in winning a medal for his country. “I still can’t believe that I have won a medal for the country at the Olympics,” he said.

Although his initial goal was the gold, Aman is content with the bronze, acknowledging the significance of his accomplishment. “I was hoping for the gold but I am happy with bronze as well,” he added Read More….