19 august 2024 : The Wrestling Federation of India warrants particular attention, as its senior officials have been accused of facilitating or overlooking allegations of athlete abuse in the lead-up to the Olympics.
The prevailing sentiment among Indians, whether engaged or indifferent to sports other than cricket, fluctuates between optimism and a sense of impending disappointment following each Olympic event. As we approach Paris 2024, the mood leans decidedly towards the latter, primarily due to the medal tally, which indicates not only a potential decline in performance but also a stagnation since the Tokyo Games.