Vijender Singh defeated which boxer in the quarter-finals to secure India’s first-ever Olympic medal in boxing?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Carlos Góngora.
Vijender Singh created history at the 2008 Beijing Olympics by becoming the first Indian boxer to win an Olympic medal. He secured his bronze medal after defeating Carlos Góngora of Ecuador in the quarter-final bout in the middleweight (75 kg) category. This victory ensured him a place in the semi-finals, guaranteeing at least a bronze under Olympic rules. Vijender’s win marked a turning point for Indian boxing, inspiring a new generation of athletes and bringing global attention to the sport in India. His achievement is still celebrated as a landmark moment in the country’s sporting history.