Olympics

Olympic shooter Manu Bhaker has been named BBC Indian Sportswoman of the Year for 2024 after a global public vote.

The 22-year-old was recognised for her historic achievement in becoming the first Indian woman to win two medals at a single Olympic Games.

Bhaker became the first Indian woman to win an OIympic medal in shooting when she won bronze in the women's 10m air pistol in Paris.

Two days later she won a second bronze - alongside Sarabjot Singh in the mixed 10m air pistol.

Bhaker has previously won the BBC's ISWOTY Emerging Athlete of the Year award.

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