Tokyo Paralympics 2020: Shuttler Krishna Nagar clinches India's 5th gold medal in badminton SH6 event

India extended its medal tally to 19 at the Paralympic Games and now has five gold, eight silver and six bronze medals to be placed 24th.  

Indian ace para shuttler Krishna Nagar secured India's 5th gold medal in the final of the men’s singles badminton SH6 event by defeating Hong Kong's Man Kai Chu in the final.

Nagar defeated Kai Chu 21-17, 16-21, 21-17 in three games after a thrilling battle in the final as both shuttlers displayed their skills and were on top of their game at the grandest stage of them all.

India extended its medal tally to 19 at the Paralympic Games and now has five gold, eight silver and six bronze medals to be placed 24th.

"Happy to see our Badminton players excel at the Tokyo Paralympics. The outstanding feat of Krishna Nagar has brought smiles on the faces of every Indian. Congratulations to him for winning the Gold Medal. Wishing him the very best for his endeavours ahead," tweeted Prime Minister Narendra Modi, sharing a picture with the athlete.

"Historic performance by Krishan Nagar. Strong and determined, you proved your mettle by winning the gold medal in badminton at #Paralympics and keeping the tricolour high. Your excellence is commendable. Many Indians will be inspired by you. Congratulations and best wishes," said President Ram Nath Kovind.

Earlier, another India para-shuttler Suhas Yathiraj bagged a silver medal after losing to France's Lucas Mazur in a thriller of a final on Sunday morning. The former also became the only IAS officer to have not only participated but also won a medal in the Paralympics.

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