Indian archers Ankita Bhakat and Dhiraj Bommadevara narrowly missed out on a bronze medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics, losing 2-6 to the USA's Casey Kaufhold and Brady Ellison in the mixed team event. Despite strong performances, including a win against Spain in the quarterfinals and Indonesia in the round of 16, they fell short in the semifinals against South Korea and in the bronze medal match. This marks the closest Indian archers have come to winning an Olympic medal. India has secured three bronze medals in shooting at the Paris Olympics so far. Dhiraj's journey is notable for his precision and close eliminations, reflecting his dedication and skill in the sport.