Shooting, Women's 10m air pistol: Manu's ceremonial kit controversy

Manu Bhaker was persuaded to be India's flag bearer in the opening ceremony, a role she wasn't very keen on, as per reports.

Then struck the drama with the ceremonial kit allotted to her not fitting her body size. She eventually had to borrow a jacket from the shooting team masseuse and shoes from someone else as she strode out that evening.

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Update: 2026-09-23 00:55 GMT

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