Nithya Sre Sivan won the bronze medal in the newly-introduced women’s singles badminton SH6 class at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
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Athletes competing in the SH6 class have short stature and play in standing positions. S in SH stands for ‘standing’ while H stands for ‘short stature’.
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Kapil Parmar, a visually impaired judo athlete, made history by becoming India’s first Paralympic medalist in judo, securing a bronze in the men’s 60kg J1 category.
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Athletes with vision impairment are classified under the J1 category.
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Ajeet Singh and Sundar Singh Gurjar won the silver and bronze medals, respectively, in the men’s javelin throw F46 class.
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Athletes in the F46 sports class have their arms/hands affected by impairments, for example by above or below elbow amputations.
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Simran won a bronze medal in the women’s 200m T12 final, clocking a personal best timing of 24.75 seconds, alongside her guide Abhay Singh.
Simran’s journey to the podium is a testament to her hard work and perseverance. Overcoming challenges, she has proven that dedication pays off. With every stride, she pushed her limits and demonstrated what it means to compete at the highest level.
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The T12 class is for runners with a visual impairment, hence athletes run with a guide on the track.
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Hokato Hotozhe Sema won the bronze medal in the men’s shot put F57 class. Hokato’s journey to the podium is a testament to his hard work and resilience. Competing against some of the world’s best athletes, he showcased incredible skill and focus, ultimately earning his spot among the medalists. His performance not only reflects personal dedication but also serves as an inspiration for aspiring athletes everywhere.
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The F57 classification is for field athletes that are able to perform seated throws. Their movement is affected in either one or two legs.
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