The Paris 2024 Olympics will kick off on July 26 with a groundbreaking Opening Ceremony along the River Seine, promising a unique experience for both spectators and athletes. India is sending a contingent of 117 athletes, aiming to surpass their medal tally from Tokyo 2020. This marks India’s second-largest contingent in Olympic history, following the 121 athletes at Tokyo 2020. Notably, 72 athletes will be making their Olympic debut. The Indian team includes five previous medalists: Neeraj Chopra, Mirabai Chanu, PV Sindhu, Lovlina Borgohain, and the men’s hockey team.
Where to watch Paris Olympics 2024 in India?
Indian sports enthusiasts can catch the live action on Viacom18, which holds the broadcasting rights for the Paris 2024 Olympics. Events will be aired on the Sports18 Network and streamed for free on JioCinema. With 20 concurrent feeds, Viacom18’s extensive coverage ensures viewers won’t miss any excitement.
Paris Olympics 2024: India schedule
On July 27, the Olympics will begin with badminton group stage matches at 12:00 PM IST, boxing prelims at 7:00 PM IST, and India’s hockey game against New Zealand at 9:00 PM IST. Key events also include rowing heats at 12:30 PM IST, shooting qualifiers and medal matches from 12:30 PM IST, table tennis prelims at 6:30 PM IST, and the first round of men’s singles and doubles tennis at 3:30 PM IST.
On July 28, the focus will be on archery with women’s team rounds starting at 1:00 PM IST. Other significant events include the continuation of badminton group stages at 12:00 PM IST, boxing matches for men’s 71 kg and women’s 50 kg at 2:30 PM IST, and swimming heats and semifinals from 2:30 PM IST. Tennis first-round matches and table tennis rounds of 64 are also scheduled.
On July 29, men’s archery team rounds and boxing for women’s 60 kg Round of 16 will take place. India’s hockey match against Argentina is set for 4:15 PM IST. Rowing semifinals, shooting qualifiers, and finals, along with swimming finals, are also on the agenda.
On July 30, archery and badminton group stages continue. Boxing for women’s 60 kg Round of 16 will be featured, alongside a key hockey match against Argentina. The day will also include rowing semifinals.
On July 31, the schedule includes archery individual elimination rounds at 3:30 PM IST, badminton group stages, and various boxing rounds starting at 2:30 PM IST. Other highlights are equestrian dressage, rowing semifinals, and table tennis rounds of 32 and 16.
On August 1, archery elimination rounds, athletics 20km race walks, and badminton round of 16 and quarter-finals are scheduled. Golf, hockey, judo, and shooting events will also be featured throughout the day.
From August 2 to 3, archery mixed team rounds, athletics shot put qualifiers, and badminton doubles semi-finals are key events. Golf’s second round, a hockey match against Australia, and various finals in judo and rowing will also take place.
On August 4, the day will feature archery individual rounds, athletics steeplechase, and semi-finals in badminton and tennis. Men’s hockey quarter-finals are also on the agenda.
From August 5 to 7, the final rounds and medal matches in athletics, boxing, and table tennis are set to captivate audiences. Tennis finals, sailing medal races, and women’s singles medal matches are among the key events.
From August 8 to 11, the closing days will see athletics relay finals, boxing finals, and sailing medal races. The Olympic Games will conclude with the closing ceremony on August 11.
Paris Olympics 2024: Closing ceremony and medal highlights
The Closing Ceremony will be held on August 11, marking the end of an exhilarating Olympic Games. Indian fans can follow these events on major sports channels and streaming platforms to stay updated and support their athletes throughout the Games.
India aims to enhance its performance from Tokyo 2020, where the country secured seven medals. The contingent includes athletes from various states, with Haryana having the largest representation (24 athletes) followed by Punjab (19 athletes). Key athletes include Neeraj Chopra, who won gold in javelin at Tokyo and is expected to defend his title. Manu Bhaker and Parul Chaudhary will compete in multiple events, showcasing the breadth of India’s preparation.