What is the name of the Indian athlete who won an Olympic bronze medal in wrestling at the 2016 Rio Olympics?
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Answer: Sakshi Malik.
Explanation:
Sakshi Malik created history by winning a bronze medal in the women's 58 kg freestyle wrestling category at the 2016 Rio de Janeiro Olympics. She became India's first female wrestler to win an Olympic medal. She achieved this feat by defeating Aisuluu Tynybekova of Kyrgyzstan in the bronze medal match. This medal won by Sakshi Malik was India's first medal at the 2016 Rio Olympics, a victory that filled the entire nation with pride.
Additional Points:
Sushil Kumar: He has won two Olympic medals—a bronze in Beijing (2008) and a silver in London (2012).
Yogeshwar Dutt: He won a bronze medal in wrestling at the 2012 London Olympics.
Bajrang Punia: He won a bronze medal in the 65 kg weight category at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics.
Vinesh Phogat: She is another renowned Indian female wrestler who has won a gold medal at the Commonwealth Games.
Potential Exam Questions and Answers:
Question: In which year was Sakshi Malik honored with the 'Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna' award?
Answer: In 2016.
Question: Who was the first Indian woman to win an Olympic medal?
Answer: Karnam Malleswari (2000 Sydney Olympics, Weightlifting).