IND-YEAH: Men in Blue beat Australia 3-2 for first win at the Olympic Games since Munich 1972
India broke a 52-year streak at the Olympics by defeating Australia 3-2 in hockey, with Harmanpreet Singh scoring twice. Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh's performance was pivotal. Under coach Craig Fulton, the team demonstrated superior fitness and mental strength, aided by mental coach Paddy Upton. India's next challenge is the quarterfinals.