India’s Paralympic contingent continued its impressive performance at the Paris Paralympics, with Praveen Kumar securing a gold medal in the men’s high jump T64 event on Friday. This victory marked a significant milestone for India, surpassing the country’s previous gold medal tally of five achieved at the Tokyo Paralympics.
Kumar’s exceptional performance pushed India’s total medal count to 26, consisting of six gold, nine silver, and 11 bronze medals. The nation’s success in Paris has been a testament to the dedication and talent of its athletes.
Here’s a rundown of the Indian contingent’s performance on Day 9 of the Paralympics:
Para Canoe
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Men’s Kayak Single 200m – KL1 Heats:
Yash Kumar finished sixth with a time of 1:03.27.*
Women’s Va’a Single 200m – VL2 Heats:
Prachi Yadav secured fourth place with a time of 1:06.83.*
Women’s Kayak Single 200m – KL1 Heats:
Pooja Ojha finished fifth with a time of 1:06.09.
Para Athletics
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Women’s 200m T12 Round 1:
Simran finished first with a time of 25.41 seconds.*
Men’s Javelin Throw F54 Final:
Dipesh Kumar finished seventh with a throw of 26.11 meters.*
Men’s 400m T47 Round 1:
Dilip Mahadu Gavit secured third place with a time of 49.54 seconds.*
Men’s High Jump T64 Final:
Praveen Kumar secured the gold medal with a jump of 2.08 meters.India’s strong performance at the Paris Paralympics continues to inspire and motivate athletes and fans alike, showcasing the power of determination and perseverance on the global stage.
