Early Predictions for Indian Participation in 2028 Los Angeles Olympics

India's performance in recent Olympic Games is promising, ushering in hopeful anticipations towards the Los Angeles Olympics in 2028. Predictions suggest that the country will surpass its previous seven-medal tally to break into double digits. This sizable increase is possible with the pool of talent emerging from the nation and the addition of friendly sports to the Olympic programme.

Badminton star Lakshya Sen, in particular, has been highlighted as a top contender for the gold medal in LA. Viktor Axelsen, a two-time Olympic champion, marked him as a significant player after their semi-final match. Sen, at the age of 22, has demonstrated his ability to rise to the occasion on multiple instances. His past performances in the Thomas Cup 2022 and the Asian Games intensify the prospect of him climbing onto the Olympic podium.

Moreover, as incredible as it sounds, a repeat South Asian 1-2 in the javelin event might be on the horizon. Neeraj Chopra and Arshad Nadeem, both from the Indian subcontinent, are predicted to make a strong showing due to their current prime form and obvious talents.

Lastly, the prediction also leans towards the Indian women's cricket team possibly ending its dismal run in big knockout games. As the core of this team is immensely talented and relatively young, there's a firm belief that Indian captain Smriti Mandhana could lead the team to their first-ever Olympic gold.