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Nitesh Kumar Wins Gold in Para Badminton at Paris Paralympics

Nitesh Kumar Wins Gold in Para Badminton at Paris Paralympics

By September 2, 2024 0

Nitesh Kumar’s life took an unexpected turn after a train accident in 2009 resulted in the amputation of his left leg. Despite his passion for football, destiny had other plans for him. However, the resilient Haryana boy refused to give up on his dreams and found his calling in para sport.

As an engineer by profession, Nitesh discovered his love for badminton while studying at IIT Mandi. Despite wearing a prosthetic leg, he often competed against able-bodied players from his college. His dedication and love for the game led him to win a bronze medal at the Para Nationals in 2016.

Nitesh’s impressive deceptive skills and unwavering determination soon made him a force to be reckoned with at the national level. At the 2020 Para National Championships, he stunned Tokyo Paralympic medallists Pramod Bhagat and Manoj Sarkar. Bhagat, who had claimed a historic gold medal in Tokyo, was serving an 18-month suspension for an anti-doping violation.

Nitesh ensured that India defended its gold medal from Tokyo. In a thrilling final against England’s Daniel Bethell, Nitesh clinched the victory 21-14, 18-21, 23-21, converting a second match point after saving one in between.

“I had goosebumps when the national anthem was being played and the Indian flag was going up. It was an amazing feeling, hard to describe,” said the 29-year-old Nitesh.

Suhas Yathiraj, 41, won silver in the men’s singles SL4 class, losing to France’s defending champion Lucas Mazur. For Yathiraj, an IAS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre, it was a significant achievement to win his second Paralympics medal, having lost to Mazur in the 2021 Tokyo Paralympics final as well.

India’s success in para badminton continued in the SU5 category (standing/upper limb impairment). Thulasimathi Murugesan took silver after losing to China’s defending champion Yang Qiuxia in the final. Second seed Manisha Ramadass took bronze, beating Denmark’s Cathrine Rosengren in the playoff.

Thulasi, 22, from Kancheepuram, Tamil Nadu, trains at the Pullela Gopichand Academy in Hyderabad. Despite her congenital deformity and severe injuries from an accident, she has won three medals in the Asian Para Games, including gold in singles, and silver at the world championships this year.

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Indian Paralympic Contingent Aims for 25 Medals in Paris Despite Bhagat Suspension

Indian Paralympic Contingent Aims for 25 Medals in Paris Despite Bhagat Suspension

By August 17, 2024 0

The Indian Paralympic contingent, despite the absence of star shuttler Pramod Bhagat, remains optimistic about achieving a medal haul of at least 25 at the upcoming Paralympics in Paris. With an 84-member contingent competing across 12 disciplines, the Indian team is aiming to surpass its performance at the Tokyo Paralympics, where it won 19 medals, including five gold.

Paralympic Committee of India president Devendra Jhajharia, a two-time Paralympics gold medalist in javelin throw, expressed confidence in the team’s abilities. “The target of 25 medals is based on our current contingent of 84 players. Pramod Bhagat is not included in this,” Jhajharia said.

While Bhagat’s suspension for breaching the BWF’s anti-doping whereabouts clause is a setback, Jhajharia believes the team has the potential to overcome this challenge. “Pramod being a gold medal winner of the last Games not being in the Indian team is extremely sad and unfortunate, but we cannot do anything,” he said.

Jhajharia’s confidence stems from the team’s rigorous training and preparation. “I have kept this target after closely monitoring our players,” he said. “We have worked hard on their physical fitness and mental strength.”

The Indian contingent includes 47 new players, who are eager to make their mark on the Paralympic stage. Jhajharia expects the highest medal haul from the athletics team, which comprises 38 track and field athletes.

“Each and every player of our contingent is a medal prospect,” Jhajharia said. “We have 38 track and field athletes and I am expecting the most medals from them.”

The Indian team will also compete in Blind Judo, Para Sailing, and Para Cycling for the first time, expanding its presence in various sports. Jhajharia believes this increased participation will contribute to the team’s overall medal tally.

“I have set a target of 25 medals and to be in the top 20 in the medal table, but we will win more medals than this,” Jhajharia said. “We had 56 players in the Tokyo Paralympics, this time 84 players will compete.”

With a strong contingent and a determined spirit, the Indian Paralympic team is poised to make a significant impact in Paris and bring glory to the nation.

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Indian Para Badminton Team Targets 10 Medals at Paris Paralympics

Indian Para Badminton Team Targets 10 Medals at Paris Paralympics

By August 14, 2024 0

Indian Para Badminton Team Aims for 10 Medals at Paris Paralympics Despite Bhagat’s Suspension

LUCKNOW: The Badminton World Federation’s (BWF) 18-month suspension of Tokyo Paralympics gold medalist Pramod Bhagat for whereabouts failures has not dampened the spirits of the Indian para badminton team bound for Paris. Chief national coach Gaurav Khanna remains confident that the team can win 10 medals, including three golds, at the upcoming Games.

“We were aware of the action against Bhagat and had planned our training accordingly. His absence won’t affect our plans,” Khanna said. “I am sure our shuttlers will win 10 medals, including three golds.”

India won four medals in badminton at the Tokyo Paralympics, including two golds. Since then, Indian players have dominated at the international level, winning over 500 medals, including 18 at the World Championships and 21 at the Asian Para Games.

“We started from scratch three years before Tokyo with no hope of medals. Today, our shuttlers have won over 1000 medals at the national and international levels,” said Khanna, a Dronacharya and Padma Shri awardee.

Seven para-shuttlers have been undergoing intensive training in Lucknow since July, dedicating around 10 hours a day. “It helps us plan our training well and rectify our mistakes,” said Palak Kohli, a 2024 World Championships bronze medalist.

Kohli, who will compete in the women’s singles SL4 category and mixed doubles, said she has learned from the Tokyo Paralympics and is determined to win a medal in Paris. “I have faced many challenges, but I never lost focus on winning. I am confident I will achieve my target this time,” said Kohli.

Khanna praised the team’s hard work and dedication. “We have chalked out our strategy based on our rivals in each category. Every shuttler has been asked to study their opponents’ videos and work on their shortcomings,” he said.

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Tokyo Paralympic Gold Medalist Pramod Bhagat Suspended for 18 Months

Tokyo Paralympic Gold Medalist Pramod Bhagat Suspended for 18 Months

By August 13, 2024 0

Tokyo Paralympic gold medalist Pramod Bhagat has been suspended for 18 months due to whereabouts failures, effectively barring him from competing in the upcoming Paris Paralympic Games. The Badminton World Federation (BWF) announced the suspension on Tuesday, citing Bhagat’s violation of anti-doping regulations.

Bhagat, an SL3 athlete, was found to have committed three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period. This breach of regulations resulted in a suspension from March 1, 2024, as determined by the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS) Anti-Doping Division.

Bhagat appealed the decision to the CAS Appeals Division, but his appeal was dismissed on July 29, 2024. The CAS Appeals Division upheld the original suspension, which is now in effect.

Bhagat’s suspension is a significant blow to the Indian para badminton team. He is a highly decorated athlete, having won a gold medal in the men’s singles SL3 category at the Tokyo Paralympics. He also holds multiple World Championships and Asian Para Games titles.

The suspension highlights the importance of adhering to anti-doping regulations in sports. Whereabouts failures occur when an athlete fails to provide accurate information about their location for drug testing purposes. This can hinder the effectiveness of anti-doping programs and undermine the integrity of competition.

Bhagat’s suspension serves as a reminder that all athletes, regardless of their status or achievements, must comply with anti-doping rules. The consequences of violating these regulations can be severe, as evidenced by Bhagat’s ineligibility for the Paris Paralympic Games.

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