On the fourth day of the Paris Paralympics, India secured two more medals in the track & field as well as badminton events. Preeti Pal made history as the first Indian woman track and field athlete to win two medals at the Paralympic Games, while high jumper Nishad Kumar clinched his second successive silver. Despite a heartbreak for para archer Rakesh Kumar, para shuttlers Suhas Yathiraj and Manisha Ramadass assured India of at least two more medals. Additionally, shooter Avani Lekhara missed out on adding another medal to her tally, but badminton player Nitesh Kumar inched closer to India's maiden gold at the Paralympics.
India's Historic Medals at Paris Paralympics
On the fourth day of the Paris Paralympics, India celebrated a historic triumph with two additional medals in track & field and badminton. Preeti Pal became the first Indian woman track and field athlete to secure two medals at the Paralympics, while Nishad Kumar, a high jumper, won his second consecutive silver.
Preeti Pal's Double Triumph
Pal, a T46 sprinter, etched her name in history by capturing a silver medal in the women's 200m and a bronze medal in the women's 100m. Her remarkable achievement underscores India's growing prominence in para track and field.
Nishad Kumar's Silver Streak
Kumar, a F46 high jumper, repeated his success from the Rio Paralympics by securing a silver medal with a jump of 2.05 meters. His consistency highlights his exceptional talent and sets the stage for future triumphs.
Para Shuttles Assured of Medals
Suhas Yathiraj and Manisha Ramadass, India's para shuttlers, clinched victories in their respective singles matches, guaranteeing at least two more medals for the country. Yathiraj secured a spot in the semifinals, while Ramadass advanced to the quarterfinals.
Heartbreak for Rakesh Kumar
Despite India's overall success, there was a setback for para archer Rakesh Kumar. Kumar, who entered the quarterfinals of the men's individual compound archery, was eliminated in the subsequent round.
Nitesh Kumar's Gold Hope
Badminton player Nitesh Kumar advanced to the quarterfinals of the men's singles SL3 event, keeping India's hopes for a Paralympic gold medal alive. He will face Indonesia's Fredy Setiawan in the next round.
Top 5 FAQs and Answers
1. Who won India's first Paralympic medal in track & field? Answer: Preeti Pal
2. How many medals has India won at the Paris Paralympics so far? Answer: 6 (two golds, one silver, and three bronzes)
3. What type of disability does Preeti Pal have? Answer: Cerebral palsy (T46 classification)
4. What event did Nishad Kumar win a silver medal in? Answer: Men's F46 high jump
5. Has India ever won a gold medal at the Paralympics? Answer: No, India has not won a gold medal at the Paralympics yet.
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