Amit Panghal in Paris Olympics

Indian boxer Amit Panghal suffered a disappointing defeat in the Round of 16 at the Paris Olympics 2024, losing 1-4 to Zambia's Patrick Chinyemba in the men's 51 kg category. Panghal, a former world number one and Commonwealth Games gold medalist, struggled to connect his punches throughout the match, with Chinyemba maintaining an aggressive stance. Despite a strong effort in the third round, Panghal's initial slow start cost him, as he lost the first two rounds on the judges' scorecards. The Boxing Federation of India and the Sports Authority of India expressed support for Panghal following his exit. This loss marks Panghal's second consecutive early Olympic exit, having previously been eliminated in the first round of the Tokyo Olympics. The defeat highlights ongoing challenges for Indian boxing in the international arena.