The Netherlands secured their first men's Olympic hockey gold in 24 years by defeating Germany 3-1 in a shoot-out, breaking a 1-1 tie from regular time. Meanwhile, the Indian men's hockey team won its second consecutive Olympic bronze after a 2-1 victory over Spain, with PR Sreejesh delivering a stellar performance in his final international match. Sreejesh, who announced his retirement, will transition to coaching the junior men's team. India's hockey success was widely celebrated, marking a revival of the sport's legacy. Neeraj Chopra also won a silver medal in javelin, highlighting the nation's strong showing at the Paris Olympics 2024.