India began its campaign at the Paris Paralympics with a strong performance, securing two gold, two silver, and one bronze medal in the first three days of competition. Avani Lekhara led the charge with a gold medal in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 category, while Mona Agarwal took bronze in the same event. Preethi Pal also contributed a bronze in the women’s 100m T35 event, and Manish Narwal secured a silver in the men’s 10m air pistol SH1.
India’s Paralympic shooting team continued its impressive run at the Paris Games, securing two golds and a bronze on the opening day. Avani Lekhara, Mona Agarwal, and Manish Narwal all made the podium, showcasing their exceptional skills and resilience in the face of adversity.
Indian shooter Avani Lekhara has become the first Indian to win back-to-back Paralympic gold medals, securing victory in the women’s 10m air rifle (SH1) shooting competition at the Paris Paralympics. Her teammate, Mona Agarwal, also secured a bronze medal in the same event, marking a historic double victory for India.
India’s Avani Lekhara defended her Paralympic title in the women’s 10m air rifle event, securing gold at the Paris Paralympics. Shooter Mona Agarwal claimed the bronze medal in the same event, marking a strong start for India in the games.
Indian shooter Avani Lekhara made history by winning her second Paralympic gold medal in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympics. Her teammate Mona Agarwal, competing in her first Para Games, secured bronze in the same event.
India’s Avani Lekhara, the reigning Paralympic champion, and Mona Agarwal secured their spots in the women’s 10m air rifle standing SH1 final at the Paris Paralympics 2024. Both athletes qualified for the final, set for later today, after strong performances in the qualification round.
