The Indian Women's Roller Derby team made history as they clinched bronze, the country's first-ever medal at the World Skate Games in Italy on September 23. Team India, led by captain Shrutika Sarode, dominated China with a thrilling 127-39 score to claim the milestone. It was the second time at the World Skate Games for both the teams in roller derby. Right from the preliminary games to the final bronze medal match, the teams offered a thrilling showdown that kept viewers at the edge of their seat.
India Vs China In Roller Derby At World Skate Games
The Indian Women's team seemed unstoppable right from the start of the final match, leveraging every defence lapse by the Chinese opponents. The jammers overwhelmed China with their blazing speed, stunning passes, and agility as they recorded points after points.
Team India's formations tackled China's defence with ease, untimately claiming them the well-deserved bronze medal. "We have created history history today as we beat China and won the Bronze medal at the World Skate Games 2024 in Italy," announced Captain Sarode.
HISTORIC DAY - INDIA TEAM WINS FIRST EVER MEDAL AT WORLD SKATE GAMES 🤩⛸️
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India Women's Team beat China 127-39 to win the Bronze Medal at World Skate Games Italy 2024
Congratulations Girls!!! 🇮🇳❤️
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In other news, India's debutant Men's Roller Derby team narrowly missed a podium finish as they ended the game in fourth place against China, who took home the Bronze with a score of 75-119. Meanwhile, Team USA won the gold medal in both the men's and women's categories.
THE HISTORIC BRONZE MEDAL ✨
— The Khel India (@TheKhelIndia) September 23, 2024
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Historic Bronze Medal winning Indian Roller Derby Team at World Skate Games 2024 ✨
— The Khel India (@TheKhelIndia) September 23, 2024
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