Indian cricketer Rishabh Pant honored the Indian athletes for their achievements at the 2024 Paris Olympics, where India secured six medals—one silver and five bronze, marking their joint second-best performance in Olympic history. Pant shared a heartfelt video tribute on social media, recognizing the dedication and sacrifices made by the athletes, including medalists Neeraj Chopra (silver in javelin), Manu Bhaker (two bronzes in shooting), and the Indian men's hockey team, which won bronze for the second consecutive Olympics. He expressed pride in the athletes' representation of India and conveyed best wishes for their future endeavors. Prime Minister Narendra Modi also praised the Indian contingent, highlighting the nation's pride in their efforts despite narrowly missing additional medals. The Olympic performance was marred by the disappointment of Vinesh Phogat's disqualification before a potential final. Overall, the achievements at the Games have inspired national pride and solidarity among Indian sports figures.