Published 17:53 IST, July 27th 2024
Paris 2024 Olympics: India's Swimming Schedule, Start Time, Squad & More
Srihari Nataraj has the experience of competing at the highest level as he was also part of the Indian contingent at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
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At the Paris 2024 Olympics, India will be represented in swimming by two athletes: Srihari Nataraj and Dhinidhi Desinghu. Nataraj, who previously competed in the Tokyo 2020 Olympics, will take part in the men's 100m backstroke event. Meanwhile, 14-year-old Dhinidhi will make her Olympic debut in the women's 200m freestyle competition. Dhinidhi is also the youngest member of the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics.
Both Srihari Nataraj and Dhinidhi Desinghu received invites to participate in the Paris 2024 Olympics as none of the Indian swimmers managed to achieve the Olympic Qualification Time (OQT) or the Olympic Consideration Time (OCT) during the qualifying window.
Srihari Nataraj has the experience of competing at the highest level as he was also part of the Indian contingent at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics. Nataraj finished 27th in his group of 40 swimmers and failed to qualify for the finals of the 100m backstroke event.
Dhinidhi Desinghu, on the other hand, has represented India in the Asian Games 2023. She finished 12th in the 200m freestyle event. Desinghu was also part of the Indian women’s 4x100m freestyle and 4x200m freestyle teams that set new national records.
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Indian Swimming Squad for Paris 2024 Olympics:
Srihari Nataraj: Men's 100m backstroke
Dhinidhi Desinghu: Women's 200m freestyle
Paris 2024 Olympics Schedule for Indian Swimmers:
July 28, Sunday - Men's 100m backstroke heats at 2:30 PM
July 28, Sunday - Women's 200m freestyle heats at 2:30 PM
July 29, Monday - Men's 100m backstroke semi-finals at 1:07 AM
July 29, Monday - Women's 200m freestyle semi-finals at 1:30 AM
July 30, Tuesday - Men's 100m backstroke final (medal round) at 12:52 AM
July 30, Tuesday - Women's 200m freestyle final (medal round) at 1:18 AM
The Indian swimmers will be aiming to make a mark on the global stage with their performances. Fans back home will be keenly watching their progress, hoping for historic achievements in the pool.
Fans can watch the live streaming of the Paris 2024 Olympics on JioCinema app and website. The live broadcast will be available on Sports18 channels.
Updated 17:53 IST, July 27th 2024