Paris, August 10: President Droupadi Murmu congratulated Indian grappler Aman Sehrawat for winning the bronze medal in the 57 kg freestyle wrestling event at the Paris Olympics, praising his "promising career ahead." Sehrawat, making his Olympic debut, secured the medal with a 13-5 victory over Puerto Rico's Darian Cruz on Friday, marking India's first wrestling medal at the Paris 2024 Games. Paris Olympics 2024: Wrestler Aman Sehrawat Becomes India’s Youngest Olympic Medallist With 57 Kg Free-Style Bronze Medal.

Droupadi Murmu Lauds Aman Sehrawat

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar also extended his congratulations, wishing Sehrawat success in his future endeavors.

Jagdeep Dhankhar Congratulates Aman Sehrawat

Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports Mansukh Mandaviya praised Sehrawat for his historic achievement.

Mansukh Mandaviya Praises Aman Sehrawat

Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Saini hailed Aman Sehrawat for hoisting the tricolour by winning bronze.

Nayab Saini Hails Aman Sehrawat

Congress leader Mallikarjun Kharge said that all Indians are proud of Aman's 'remarkable' achievement.

Mallikarjun Kharge Congratulates Aman Sehrawat

Congress leader Rahul Gandhi congratulated Aman Sehrawat on winning the bronze medal at the ongoing Paris Olympics.

Rahul Gandhi Congratulates Aman Sehrawat 

During the match, the Puerto Rican grappler initially gained the lead by securing a point with a single-leg hold. However, Aman came back strong, scoring points by targeting Darian Cruz's shoulders. Paris Olympics 2024: Aman Sehrawat Clinches Bronze Medal in 57 Kg Freestyle Wrestling Event.

After Darian Cruz took the lead with a two-point move, Aman regained control. With 37 seconds left, Aman secured additional points and won the bout with technical superiority as Darian Cruz attempted a desperate move and conceded another point.

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