In a remarkable achievement at the Paris Olympics 2024, Aman Sehrawat has etched his name in history as the youngest Indian to win an individual Olympic medal.
At just 21 years and 24 days old, Sehrawat surpassed PV Sindhu's previous record, adding a significant milestone to India's Olympic legacy.

| Athlete | Age | Medal | Event | Olympics |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aman Sehrawat | 21 years 24 days | Bronze | Men’s 57kg Wrestling | Paris 2024 |
| PV Sindhu | 21 years 1 month 14 days | Silver | Women’s Singles Badminton | Rio 2016 |
| Saina Nehwal | 22 years 4 months 18 days | Bronze | Women’s Singles Badminton | London 2012 |
| Vijender Singh | 22 years 9 months 24 days | Bronze | Men’s Middleweight Boxing | Beijing 2008 |
| Leander Paes | 23 years 1 month 17 days | Bronze | Men’s Singles Tennis | Atlanta 1996 |
| Neeraj Chopra | 23 years 7 months 14 days | Gold | Men’s Javelin Throw | Tokyo 2020 |
| Ravi Kumar Dahiya | 23 years 7 months 24 days | Silver | Men’s 57kg Wrestling | Tokyo 2020 |
| Lovlina Borgohain | 23 years 9 months 28 days | Bronze | Women’s Welterweight Boxing | Tokyo 2020 |
| Sakshi Malik | 23 years 11 months 14 days | Bronze | Women’s 58kg Wrestling | Rio 2016 |
In his post-match reflections, Sehrawat expressed profound gratitude and emotion. “It was a difficult bout I had to fight hard there. I want to dedicate the bronze medal to my father and mother (who passed away when he was 11) and the entire country,” he said. His win came after a strategic approach in the bronze medal match against Darian Cruz, where he chose to accumulate points steadily rather than going for an all-out attack, ensuring a controlled and measured victory.
Aman Sehrawat’s historic win not only elevates him as a young icon in Indian sports but also exemplifies the continued legacy of excellence coming from the renowned Chhatrasal Stadium. His achievement resonates as a powerful reminder of perseverance and dedication in the face of adversity.