Manu Bhaker made history at the Paris 2024 Olympics by becoming the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal in shooting, securing a bronze in the women's 10m Air Pistol event. Her achievement also marked India's first shooting medal in 12 years, following previous successes in the sport. Bhaker credited her calm demeanor during the competition to her mental training and support from her coach, Jaspal Rana, who expressed immense pride in her performance. She dedicated her medal to the nation, emphasizing teamwork and the hard work of the entire Indian shooting contingent. The young shooter expressed hopes for more medals for India in the ongoing Olympics and reflected on her tough journey since the Tokyo 2020 Games, where she faced significant setbacks. Family members celebrated her victory, expressing pride and optimism for her future performances.