Highlights from Day 8 of the Paris 2024 Paralympics: Indian Athletes Shine
On September 5, 2024, the Paris Paralympics witnessed significant events, marking Day 8 as a memorable occasion for Indian athletes. Noteworthy highlights included Harvinder Singh and Pooja Jatyan advancing to the quarterfinals of the mixed team recurve open, following a challenging match against Australia. Despite initially leading, they demonstrated remarkable composure during a shootoff, ultimately securing a victory with a score of 15-5.
Simran also showcased her prowess by qualifying for the women’s 100m T12 final with a commendable performance, finishing second in her semifinal with a time of 12.33 seconds. Meanwhile, Para Judo competitor Kapil Parmar progressed to the bronze medal match after losing in the semifinals against his Iranian opponent. In contrast, Kokila’s journey in the women’s 48kg J2 event concluded in the repechage round after falling short against her Ukrainian rival.
On a broader scale, Indian discus thrower Yogesh Kathuniya, who recently earned a silver medal, emphasized the importance of enhancing mental fortitude following his fifth consecutive second-place finish in major competitions.
Overall, the performances on this day exemplified the athletes’ dedication to excellence in their sports. As the events continue to unfold in Paris, the spirit of perseverance and achievement remains alive among the Indian contingent, further fueling anticipation for their upcoming challenges.
As of now, India ranks 13th in the medal tally, reflecting their competitive efforts amid the world’s elite.
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