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The six-time world champion defeated Miguelina Hernandez Garcia of Dominican Republic, 4-1, on Sunday.
Boxer MC Mary Kom, badminton ace PV Sindhu, shooter Manu Bhaker and tennis star Sania Mirza will be in action on the third day of the Olympics on Sunday.
The joint flagbearer role for teams is a break with tradition after the International Olympic Committee changed the rules to send a message of gender parity.
Some Indian stalwarts, who have carved a niche for themselves in their chosen discipline, will be watching the action from home due to different reasons.
Though she follows a strict diet to always be on top of her game, Mary does not hesitate to try out some special delicacies as well.
Rathore had a smile on his face as he successfully dodged the attacks launched by the Manipuri.
She is currently tied with Katie Taylor of Ireland on five gold in the Championships.
The Olympic medallist registered a comprehensive 5:0 victory over China's Wu Yu in the light flyweight category.
The 35-year-old five-time world champion beat North Korea's Kim Hyang Mi in the semifinals.
She emerged victorious against Hanna Okhota of Ukraine in an unanimous 5-0 decision in the 48kg summit clash.
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