India’s Medal Rush Continues on Day 7 of the Paris Paralympics 2024: A Historic Moment for the Nation
It was a day of immense pride for the Indian contingent on Day 7 of the Paris Paralympics, as the nation’s athletes added four more medals to their already impressive tally, taking the total count to 24 medals. The day saw outstanding performances across various disciplines, including archery and athletics, with two gold medals being added to India’s haul. This brings the country tantalizingly close to the target of 25 medals, predicted by Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) chief Devendra Jhajharia, himself a legendary Paralympian.
Historic Gold in Archery
The highlight of Day 7 was undoubtedly Harvinder Singh’s historic achievement in the archery arena. Harvinder, who had already made history by securing India’s first Paralympic medal in archery with a bronze at the Tokyo Paralympics, further cemented his legacy by winning India’s first-ever gold medal in the sport. His remarkable performance reflects the progress Indian athletes have made in Paralympic archery over the years. Harvinder’s win not only brought pride to the nation but also inspired other para-athletes to dream big.
Men’s Club Throw F51: India’s One-Two Finish
In yet another remarkable display of talent, Dharambir and Pranav Soorma made history in the men’s club throw F51 final, securing a one-two finish for India. Dharambir clinched the gold, while Pranav took home the silver, adding to India’s growing reputation in para athletics. Their achievement is not just a personal victory but also a testament to the hard work and dedication of India’s para-athletes. The double podium finish in a single event underscores the nation’s rising dominance in the global Paralympic scene.
PCI Chief’s Medal Prediction on the Brink of Fulfillment
PCI chief Devendra Jhajharia had predicted that India would bag 25 medals at the Paris Paralympics, and with the total tally now at 24, the nation is just one medal away from achieving this ambitious target. The 84-strong Indian contingent has already surpassed expectations, and as the competition enters its final stages, more medals are expected. India’s success in Paris comes just three years after their first-ever double-digit medal haul at the Tokyo Paralympics, marking a significant improvement in the country’s Paralympic performance.
Medal Prospects for Day 8: India Poised for More Glory
With several medal events scheduled for Day 8, India has a real shot at surpassing the 25-medal mark for the first time in Paralympic history. Indian athletes are in action across various sports, including para shooting, para judo, para archery, para athletics, and para powerlifting. The schedule for Thursday, 5th September, features multiple medal events where Indian athletes are competing, giving the nation hope for adding more gold, silver, and bronze to their tally.
Here’s the full schedule of events for Day 8:
Para Shooting
- 1:00 PM – R6 Mixed 50m Prone SH1 Qualification: Indian shooters Sidharatha Babu and Mona Agarwal will be aiming for a spot in the final. Both athletes are seasoned competitors and have the potential to bring home a medal for India.
- 3:15 PM – R6 Mixed 50m Prone SH1 Final: If Sidharatha Babu and Mona Agarwal qualify, they will compete in the final, giving India a shot at another medal.
Para Judo
- 1:30 PM – Women’s -48kg J1 Qualification: Kokila will be representing India in this weight category and will be vying for a spot in the final block later in the day.
- 1:30 PM – Men’s -60kg J1 Preliminary: Kapil Parmar will compete in the men’s -60kg category. If he qualifies, he will proceed to the final block, where a medal is on the line.
- 7:30 PM – Men’s -60kg J1 Final Block: If Kapil Parmar qualifies, he will compete in the final block, with a chance to secure a medal for India.
- 7:30 PM – Women’s -48kg J1 Final Block: If Kokila qualifies, she will also compete in the final block for a potential podium finish.
Para Archery
- 1:50 PM – Mixed Team Recurve Open 1/8 Elimination: The dynamic duo of Pooja and Harvinder Singh will take to the field, hoping to advance through the eliminations.
- 6:30 PM – Mixed Team Recurve Open Quarterfinal: If Pooja and Harvinder Singh progress, they will compete in the quarterfinals, with an eye on the medal matches.
- 8:45 PM – Mixed Team Recurve Open Bronze Medal Match: If they advance, they will fight for bronze in this match.
- 9:05 PM – Mixed Team Recurve Open Gold Medal Match: Should Pooja and Harvinder Singh reach the final, they will compete for the gold medal, adding to Harvinder’s already impressive medal collection.
Para Athletics
- 3:21 PM – Women’s 100m T12 Semi-finals: Simran will represent India in this event, with hopes of advancing to the finals.
- 10:47 PM – Women’s 100m T12 Finals: If Simran qualifies, she will compete for a medal in the finals of the 100m T12 event.
- 11:49 PM – Men’s Shot Put F35 Final: Arvind will be looking to add another medal to India’s tally in this shot put final.
Para Powerlifting
- 10:05 PM – Men’s Up to 65kg: Ashok will represent India in para powerlifting, competing for a chance to secure a medal in the men’s 65kg category.
Conclusion
With India’s athletes performing exceptionally well at the Paris Paralympics 2024, the nation is poised to make history by breaching the 25-medal mark for the first time. Day 8 promises to be another action-packed day, with several medal prospects in para shooting, judo, archery, athletics, and powerlifting. Fans across the country will be eagerly watching as India’s para-athletes continue their march towards glory.
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