Bindra Defends Fair Selection for Paris Olympics Amidst Controversies

Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra emphasized that the selection process for the Paris Olympics was fair despite Rudrankksh Patil missing out. Bindra highlighted that quotas belong to the country, not individuals, and praised the NRAI for following a transparent system. He remains positive about India's medal prospects.

Olympic gold medalist Abhinav Bindra has defended the selection process for the Paris Olympic Games, despite the disappointment of promising shooter Rudrankksh Patil not making the final cut. Bindra stressed that the quota places belong to the nation rather than individual athletes.

Speaking at the IISM Convocation Ceremony 2024, Bindra clarified that the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) followed a transparent and fair procedure in choosing the team. Patil secured an Olympic quota in the 10m air rifle event but finished behind Sandeep Singh and Arjun Babuta in the trials, missing the 15-member squad.

Bindra said, "There's a due process laid out and it was followed." He complimented the NRAI for maintaining a clear and consistent system, suggesting that this procedural transparency is essential for the morale and integrity of athletes. Bindra remains optimistic about India's overall prospects in Paris, following a strong performance in Tokyo.

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