Aman Sehrawat Clinches Bronze at Paris Olympics, India’s First Wrestling Medal in 2024

Aman Sehrawat Clinches Bronze at Paris Olympics, India’s First Wrestling Medal in 2024

Aman Sehrawat made history on Friday by securing India’s first wrestling medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, winning a bronze in the men’s 57kg category. The 21-year-old wrestler defeated Darian Toi Cruz of Puerto Rico with a commanding 13-5 victory at the Champ de Arena. This achievement marks India’s fifth bronze in wrestling at the Paris Games, continuing the nation’s strong tradition in the sport.

Aman Sehrawat’s victory in the 57kg category adds him to the list of India’s Olympic wrestling medalists, including KD Jadhav, Sushil Kumar, Yogeshwar Dutt, Sakshi Malik, Bajrang Punia, and Ravi Dahiya. His journey to the podium was marked by a series of dominant performances, including a 10-0 victory over Vladimir Egorov of North Macedonia in the Round of 16 and a 12-0 win against Albania’s Zelimkhan Abakanov in the quarterfinals.

Aman Outclasses Darian Toi Cruz

In a closely contested bronze medal match, Aman Sehrawat displayed incredible skill and determination. Darian Toi Cruz initially gained the upper hand by pushing Aman out of the playing area, securing the first point. However, Aman quickly turned the tide, earning two points by locking Cruz’s leg and flipping him. The first half of the match saw both wrestlers exchanging points rapidly, with Aman leading 4-3 at the break.

The second half saw Aman intensify his efforts, locking Cruz and gaining a three-point advantage. Despite Cruz’s attempts to recover, Aman’s relentless attacks and Cruz’s injury issues allowed Aman to extend his lead. By the end of the match, Aman had secured a decisive 13-5 victory, marking a significant achievement for Indian wrestling at the Paris Olympics.

Who is Aman Sehrawat?

Born on July 16, 2003, in Jhajjar, Haryana, Aman Sehrawat’s life has been one of hardship and determination. Losing both his parents at a young age, Aman found solace in wrestling, a sport he pursued with unwavering dedication. Under the guidance of coach Lalit Kumar, Aman quickly rose through the ranks, winning his first National Championship title in 2021.

Aman’s success continued as he secured a bronze medal in the 57kg category at the 2022 Asian Games and a gold medal at the 2023 Asian Wrestling Championships in Kazakhstan. In 2024, Aman further solidified his reputation by winning gold at the Zagreb Open wrestling tournament. His journey is a testament to his resilience and determination to honor his family’s legacy through wrestling.

Aman Sehrawat’s performance at the Paris Olympics not only brought glory to India but also inspired countless individuals with his story of overcoming adversity. His journey reflects the power of perseverance and the strength of character required to achieve greatness on the world stage.

Aakhir Tak Editor-in-Chief

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