Indian Women's Hockey Team Fail To Qualify Paris Olympics 2024, Photo Of Captain Savita Punia's In Tears Goes Viral - Check

In a nail-biting encounter at the Marang Gomke Jaipal Singh Astro-Turf Hockey Stadium in Ranchi, the Indian women's hockey team faced a heartbreaking defeat against Japan in the Women's FIH Hockey Olympic Qualifiers. Despite dominating possession, creating numerous scoring opportunities, and earning several penalty corners, India fell short, losing 1-0 to a resilient Japanese side. The loss not only denied India a place in the Paris Olympic Games but also left the players and fans shattered. A poignant moment captured on social media was the image of Indian women's hockey team captain Savita Punia crying after the match. The photo went viral, reflecting the intense emotions of the team as they fell short of securing a spot in the Paris Olympics.