August 10th 2024.
In an impressive display of skill and determination, 22-year-old Indian wrestler Reetika Hooda dominated her bout against two-time European Championships medallist Bernadett Nagy from Hungary at the Paris Olympics on Saturday. With a commanding score of 12-2, Reetika secured a spot in the quarter-finals of the women's freestyle 76kg category.
Right from the start, Reetika showcased her aggressive style, quickly taking a 4-0 lead over her opponent. Despite the passivity clock working in her favor, Reetika refused to let up, launching a well-timed attack that earned her two 2-point moves. As the first period came to a close, Nagy managed to respond with a 2-pointer, keeping the match close.
But Reetika was not deterred, and she continued to dominate in the second period. With a brilliant leg maneuver, she threw Nagy off balance and scored another 2 points, extending her lead to 6-2. As the minutes ticked by, Reetika nearly pinned her opponent, showcasing her relentless effort and earning herself additional points. Despite not being able to secure the fall, Reetika remained in control and continued to pressure Nagy.
In the end, Reetika's hard work paid off as she secured a final 2-pointer, ending the bout early with a score of 12-2 by technical superiority. Her impressive performance has earned her a spot in the quarter-finals, where she will face top-seed Aiperi Medet Kyzy from Kyrgyzstan at 4:25 pm IST on Saturday. This is surely a match not to be missed, as Reetika continues her pursuit of Olympic success.
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