Gold for Sumit and Nitesh as India win 8 medals on magical Monday at Paralympics
It was a memorable day for India on Day 5 of the Paris Paralympics 2024 on September 2, Monday as it brought in a host of medals.
A total of 8 medals were won on the day with Sumit Antil and Nitesh Kumar leading from the front with gold. The likes of Yogesh Kathuniya, Thulasimathi Murugesan and Suhas Yathiraj also impressed on a truly memorable day for the Indian contingent in Paris. The day for India started with Yogesh and a silver medal win.
India’s medal winners on Day 5
Yogesh Kathuniya secured his second Paralympic medal, winning silver in the men’s discus throw F56 event on Monday, September 2. Competing at the Stade de France, Yogesh delivered his season-best performance with a throw of 42.22 meters, achieved in his very first attempt out of the six allotted. This victory adds to the silver medal he previously earned at the Tokyo Paralympics, solidifying his status as a double Paralympic medalist.
India’s Nitesh Kumar captured gold in the men’s singles SL3 badminton event at the Paris Paralympics on Monday, September 2. Facing top rival Daniel Bethell of Great Britain, Nitesh triumphed in a nail-biting three-game match, winning 21-14, 18-21, 23-21. The intense showdown on Court 1 of the La Chapelle Arena saw both top seeds battling against the tricky sideways drift. Despite having faced Bethell nine times before without a single victory, Nitesh broke the streak to claim his first-ever win against his formidable opponent, earning him the prestigious gold medal.
Manisha Ramadass secured a bronze medal in the women’s singles SU5 badminton event at the 2024 Paralympics. On Monday, September 2, the 19-year-old delivered a dominant performance, defeating Denmark’s Cathrine Rosengren 21-12, 21-8 on Court 3 at the La Chapelle Arena. Manisha needed just 25 minutes to clinch the victory, showcasing her exceptional skill and composure on the court.
Thulasimathi Murugesan claimed the silver medal in the Women’s Singles SU5 badminton event at the Paralympics on Monday, September 2. Facing China’s defending champion Yang Qiuxia in the final, Thulasimathi put up a strong fight but ultimately fell short, losing 21-17, 21-10. The match, held in Paris, lasted 30 minutes, with Yang managing to withstand the challenge from the Indian star to secure her title once again.
Suhas Yathiraj earned a silver medal in the men’s singles SL4 badminton event at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Competing in the gold medal match on Monday, September 2, Suhas faced France’s Lucas Mazur on Court 1 at the La Chapelle Arena. The Frenchman, dominating the contest, defeated Suhas 21-9, 21-13 in 34 minutes to claim the gold.
India’s javelin star Sumit Antil secured his second consecutive Paralympic gold with an outstanding performance on Monday, September 2, in Paris. Entering the competition as the top contender, Sumit lived up to expectations, delivering a record-breaking display. Over the course of his six throws, he not only claimed gold but also shattered his own Paralympic record twice, with an impressive throw of 70.59 m.
India’s Sheetal Devi and Rakesh Kumar secured the bronze medal in the mixed team compound archery event at the Paris Paralympics. On Monday, September 2, the Indian duo narrowly defeated Italy’s Matteo Bonacina and Eleonora 156-155 at the Invalides. Their victory also saw India equaling the Paralympic record, previously set by Turkiye three years ago in Tokyo. While Italy holds the world record with a score of 158, set in Beijing in 2017, Sheetal and Rakesh’s performance marked a significant achievement for India.
Nithya Sri Sivan clinched the bronze medal in the SH6 badminton category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. On Monday, September 2, she secured a convincing victory over Indonesia’s Rina Marlina, winning 21-14, 21-6 on Court 3 at the La Chapelle Arena.
India currently has 15 medals with 3 gold, 5 silver and 7 bronze.