On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics 2024, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh advanced to the bronze medal match in the 10m air pistol mixed team event, facing South Korea. The Indian men’s hockey team drew 1-1 with Argentina. Arjun Babuta finished fourth in the men’s 10m air rifle, and Ramita Jindal was seventh in the women’s 10m air rifle. In badminton, Lakshya Sen and the men’s doubles duo Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty advanced to the quarterfinals. Globally, Japan leads with 12 medals (6 gold, 2 silver, 4 bronze), followed by China (11 medals) and South Korea (9 medals). India’s medal tally remains at 1 bronze.

Paris 2024 Olympic organizers have canceled a second day of triathlon training in the River Seine due to pollution from recent heavy rainfall. The decision affects Monday's planned session, following a similar cancellation on Sunday. Paris 2024 and World Triathlon officials stated that water quality did not meet safety standards. Despite the setbacks, they remain confident that the triathlon events, beginning Tuesday with the men's individual race, will proceed as scheduled. The Seine's water quality is impacted by rain-induced sewage discharges, but forecasts suggest improvements before the competitions. If necessary, alternative venues will be used.

British swimmer Adam Peaty tested positive for COVID-19 at the Paris Olympics, just a day after securing silver in the 100m breaststroke. Despite feeling unwell before the race, Peaty competed and finished second by 0.02 seconds behind Italy's Nicolo Martinenghi. Team GB announced that Peaty hopes to return for the relay events later in the swimming program. The situation is being managed with all necessary precautions to protect the wider delegation's health. Peaty, a two-time reigning 100m champion, expressed no sadness over his result, praising Martinenghi's victory.

Arjun Babuta narrowly missed out on a medal in the men's 10m air rifle at the Paris Olympics, finishing fourth. Reflecting on his performance, Babuta said, "Disheartening for sure, but this one day does not define me or my shooting." Despite the pressure and high hopes pinned on him, Babuta emphasized the importance of staying true to one's process. "I will switch off for a while and then come back with the medal energy," he added. Babuta's score of 208.4 saw him eliminated in the final two rounds of the shootout.

After a 34-year hiatus, India will host the 2025 Men's Asia Cup, as announced by the Asian Cricket Council (ACC). This will be India's first time hosting the tournament since 1990/91. The 2025 edition will feature T20 matches, while the 2027 tournament in Bangladesh will be played in the ODI format. India is also set to host multiple ICC events in the coming years, including the 2025 Women's Cricket World Cup and the 2026 Men's T20 World Cup. Bangladesh will host the Women's T20 World Cup in 2024 and continue its role in the Asia Cup.

In their second Pool B match at the Paris 2024 Olympics, India’s men’s hockey team secured a 1-1 draw against Argentina. Lucas Martinez gave Argentina the lead with a goal in the second quarter. India struggled to find an equalizer until captain Harmanpreet Singh scored a crucial goal in the 59th minute, converting a penalty corner. This draw marks the second tie between the teams in hockey history. India will next face Ireland, who lost 1-2 to Australia, on July 30.

The Indian men's archery team exited the Paris Olympics 2024 in the quarter-finals, suffering a 6-2 defeat to Turkiye. Archers Dhiraj Bommadevara and Tarundeep Rai failed to replicate their earlier stellar performances. Despite a valiant effort, the team couldn't secure a win, marking a disappointing end to their campaign. This loss highlights the challenges and fierce competition at the Olympic level, leaving the team to regroup and strategize for future tournaments.

Lakshya Sen clinched his first official points at the Paris Olympics by defeating Belgium's Julien Carraggi in men's badminton singles. In a match lasting 43 minutes, Sen displayed his resilience and skill, winning 21-19, 21-14. Trailing initially, he raised his game at crucial moments to secure a hard-fought victory in the first game. The win boosts Sen's confidence as he progresses in the tournament, representing India's strong presence in Olympic badminton.

On Day 3 of the Paris Olympics, Arjun Babuta narrowly missed a medal, finishing fourth in the 10m air rifle men’s final. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh secured their place in the 10m air pistol mixed team bronze medal match. However, Rhythm Sangwan and Arjun Singh Cheema failed to advance. In the women’s 10m air rifle final, Ramita Jindal finished in 7th place. The men’s badminton doubles team, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty, had their Group C match against Germany’s Seidel and Lamsfuss canceled, making their next game crucial. Men’s archery team also competes in the quarterfinals.

Lakshya Sen’s 21-8, 22-20 win over Guatemala's Kevin Cordon in the badminton men's singles Group L match at the Paris Olympics has been nullified after Cordon withdrew from the event due to a left elbow injury. As per BWF General Competition Regulations, the result was deleted, affecting Sen's ranking based on his remaining Group L matches. Sen will next face Julien Carraggi on July 29. Meanwhile, Manu Bhaker secured India's first medal, winning bronze in the 10m Women's Air Pistol event with a score of 221.7, marking a historic achievement for Indian shooting.