India's Swapnil Kusale secures bronze at Paris Olympics, cites MS Dhoni as inspiration

In a remarkable achievement, India has added another medal to its tally at the Paris Olympics. Swapnil Kusale clinched the bronze medal in the 50m rifle shooting category, marking India's third medal in these Games. The entire nation celebrated Swapnil's success, hailing his contribution to India's sporting pride.

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In an interview following his victory, Swapnil Kusale shared that MS Dhoni, the former captain of the Indian cricket team, has been a significant source of inspiration for him. Swapnil, who also works for Central Railway since 2015, draws parallels between his journey and that of Dhoni's. Much like Dhoni, who transitioned from being a train ticket collector to leading India to three ICC trophies, Swapnil has turned his Olympic dream into reality.

Swapnil revealed his admiration for Dhoni, stating that he has been a fan for years. He emphasized the importance of concentration and patience in shooting, qualities that he has observed and admired in Dhoni. Swapnil noted that, despite his focus on shooting, he has been deeply influenced by Dhoni's discipline and dedication. He even mentioned watching the movie "MS Dhoni: The Untold Story" multiple times, finding motivation in Dhoni's life and career.

Swapnil's bronze medal not only adds to India's medal count but also stands as a testament to the enduring influence of sports icons like MS Dhoni on the country's athletes.