Many big events took place on the 11th day of the Paris Olympics, India's medal hopes seemed to be rising. India's star athlete Neeraj Chopra threw 89.34 meters in javelin and topped the qualification round. With this, he qualified for the final. Apart from him, a big success was achieved in wrestling. Vinesh Phogat surprised the whole world by defeating number one wrestler Yui Susaki in the 50 kg category. After this, she made it to the final by winning the quarter-finals and semi-finals. Now a medal is confirmed in Vinesh's name. However, the Indian hockey team was disappointed. Germany defeated them 3-2 in the semi-final match.

Vinesh and Neeraj brought great success

On the 11th day of Paris Olympics, the entry of Vinesh Phogat and Neeraj Chopra in the finals was the biggest success for India. Vinesh ensured a medal by reaching the final in the 50 kg category of women's wrestling. Not only this, she has become the first Indian to reach the final of wrestling. In the final, she will face Sarah Hildebrandt of America, even if she loses, at least the silver medal will be in her name.

On the other hand, Neeraj Chopra made it to the finals with his very first throw. Neeraj made it to the finals by directly throwing 89.34 meters. Crossing 84 meters is necessary for direct qualification to the finals. Neeraj has thrown his best throw ever in the qualification of any tournament. Not only this, Neeraj also threw his best throw of this season. After his performance in the qualification round, he is once again being considered a contender for the gold medal.

Apart from Neeraj, javelin thrower Kishore Jena threw the javelin 80.73 meters in the qualification. With this mark, he finished 9th in his group, but could not make it to the top-12 in both groups A and B. Therefore, he could not qualify for the final.

Broken heart in hockey

Despite the good news of Vinesh and Neeraj, the defeat at the hands of Germany in the semi-final match of hockey broke our hearts. Germany defeated India 3-2 in a thrilling match. With this, the dream of reaching the final and winning gold after 44 years was shattered. Now India will face Spain on 8 August for the bronze medal.

Amazing performance of Manika-Sreeja in table tennis

India's daughters performed brilliantly in table tennis. In its doubles event, Manika Batra and Sreeja Akula won in the pre-quarterfinals and made it to the quarterfinals. On the other hand, India had to face defeat in the men's doubles category.

In athletics, Kiran Pahal could not make it to the finals of the women's 400m repechage round. In rowing, Nethra Kumanan and Vishnu Saravanan also got eliminated.