Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 03:40pm on 06 Sep 2024,Friday Sports
India's Praveen Kumar, 21, won gold in the men's high jump T-64 category at the Paris Paralympics, setting a new Asian record by clearing 2.08 meters. Overcoming childhood feelings of inferiority due to a shorter leg, Praveen displayed immense confidence throughout the competition, successfully completing his first seven jumps. This victory marks his second Paralympic medal, upgrading his Tokyo silver to gold. The Delhi native’s remarkable achievement solidifies his status as a leading Paralympian in India, inspiring many with his determination and resilience.