Paris Olympics 2024: 5 Indian-Origin Athletes Representing Other Countries

Producer: Peuli Bakshi

Rajeev Ram (Tennis)

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Prithika Pavade (Table Tennis)

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Kanak Jha (Table Tennis)

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Shanti Pereira (Athletics)

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Amar Dhesi (Wrestling)

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