Aman Sehrawat wins BRONZE in wrestling, 6th medal for India in Paris Olympics

In an electrifying match at the Champ de Mars arena, India’s Aman Sehrawat won a bronze medal in the men’s 57kg wrestling category at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games. The young wrestler displayed remarkable skill and determination, defeating Puerto Rico’s Darian Toi Cruz with a commanding 13-5 victory on Friday. This is the 6th medal for India in Paris.

Sehrawat’s journey to the bronze medal was a blend of triumphs and challenges. As the youngest male wrestler representing India at the Paris Summer Games, Aman made an early mark with his outstanding performances.

In the Round of 16 match, Aman showcased his dominance by securing a 10-0 win over North Macedonia’s Vladimir Egorov. He continued his impressive run in the quarterfinal as well with a 12-0 technical superiority win against Albania’s Zelimkhan Abakanov.

Despite his earlier victories, Aman faced a tough challenge in the semifinal, where he was defeated by Japan’s top-seeded wrestler, Rei Higuchi, on Tuesday. Sehrawat rebounded with incredible resilience in the bronze medal match. His victory over Darian Toi Cruz not only earned him a place on the podium but also extended India's impressive streak in Olympic wrestling.

Aman Sehrawat’s bronze medal holds special significance for India’s Olympic wrestling legacy. This achievement continues India’s record of securing a medal in wrestling at every Olympic Games since 2008.