Asian Para Games 2023: Shuttler Pramod Bhagat bags gold in men's SL3 category; Nitesh Kumar settles for silver
By Sunita Iyer | First Published Oct 27, 2023, 9:07 AM ISTIndian para-shuttler Pramod Bhagat clinched a gold medal after defeating compatriot Nitesh Kumar 22-20, 18-21, 21-19 at the Men's SL3 category in the ongoing Asian Para Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China.
India's gold fest at the Asian Para Games 2023 continued on Friday after para-shuttler Pramod Bhagat clinched India's 21st gold medal at the sporting spectacle in Hangzhou, China. In a thrilling final match in the Men's SL3 category, Bhagat secured the gold by defeating fellow countryman Nitesh Kumar with a closely fought scoreline of 22-20, 18-21, 21-19. Nitesh Kumar's commendable performance earned him the silver medal.
🥇🥈 🇮🇳 Dominates with Two Podium Wins in Badminton at ! 🏸
🌟 secures the coveted Gold, while proudly brings home the Silver in Men's Singles SL3, showcasing incredible skill and unwavering determination.
🏸 This historic moment,… pic.twitter.com/So3mgW9j7d
PRAMOD BHAGAT IS NOW PARA ASIAN GAMES CHAMPION
The Paralympic Champion defeated compatriot Nitesh Kumar 22-20, 18-21, 21-19 in a thriller to win gold in Men's SL3 Category
Nitesh Kumar won silver medal
Congratulations to both
🥇#21 for India pic.twitter.com/Tx4qsaKkso
Pramod Bhagat gets the better of compatriot Nitesh Kumar to take GOLD🥇 in Badminton Men's Singles SL3.
3⃣rd medal for Pramod at 🙌🏸 pic.twitter.com/0rAIpJdtdr
Earlier today, para athlete Raman Sharma created new Asian and Games record to clinch a gold medal in the men's 1500m T38 event, having completed the final race in 4:20.80 minutes. Archer Sheetal Devi also bagged her second gold medal at the sporting event after beating Singapore's Alim Nur Syahidah by 144-142 in the women's individual compound open event.
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On Thursday, Indian para-athletes created history as the nation registered its highest ever medal tally at the Asian Para Games, topping their 2018 edition's total of 72 medals. In the 2023 edition, India has bagged over 80 medals so far and is going strong in the showpiece event in Hangzhou, China.
INDIA is currently 8️⃣th at Medal Tally
18 GOLD 🥇| 23 SILVER 🥈| 41 BRONZE 🥉 pic.twitter.com/F7BaIjy2ZR
🥇🥈🥉 History Created at the Asian Para Games! 🥉🥈🥇
Witnessing India's most remarkable performance ever at the , with an astonishing 7⃣3⃣medals and still counting!
🏆💪✌️ Our incredible athletes are making our nation proud, and the Indian flag is soaring high!… pic.twitter.com/E3Hkh1d2pZ
"A monumental achievement at the Asian Para Games, with India bagging an unprecedented 73 medals and still going strong, breaking our previous record of 72 medals from Jakarta 2018 Asian Para Games! This momentous occasion embodies the unyielding determination of our athletes. A roaring ovation for our exceptional para-athletes who have etched their names in history, filling every Indian heart with immense joy. Their commitment, tenacity and unwavering drive to excel are truly inspirational! May this landmark accomplishment serve as a guiding light, inspiring future generations," wrote PM Narendra Modi following this record-breaking feat.
A monumental achievement at the Asian Para Games, with India bagging an unprecedented 73 medals and still going strong, breaking our previous record of 72 medals from Jakarta 2018 Asian Para Games!
This momentous occasion embodies the unyielding determination of our athletes.… pic.twitter.com/wfpm2jDSdE
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