In the Paralympics 2024, the Indian athletes are making the nation proud in every other event. In just a few days, India already grabbed 9 medals along with 2 golds. Nitesh Kumar secured India’s second gold medal at the Paris Paralympics by winning the men’s singles SL3 final against Daniel Bethell from Great Britain in a thrilling three-game match. This article will introduce Nitesh Kumar and highlight his remarkable performance at the 2024 Paralympics.
Outstanding Performance and Second Goal for India:
Nitesh Kumar won India its second gold medal at the Paris Paralympics by defeating Daniel Bethell of Great Britain in a thrilling men’s singles SL3 final. The match was intense, with both top seeds giving their best. Nitesh emerged victorious with scores of 21-14, 18-21, and 23-21, in a contest that lasted an hour and 20 minutes.
Nitesh started strong, using excellent defense and precise smashes to win the first game 21-14. In the second game, Bethell fought back fiercely. Nitesh had a match point, but Bethell saved it, bringing the score to 20-20. Bethell then earned a match point, but Nitesh fought back again.
In the final game, Nitesh kept his composure and won the last two points to secure his first Paralympic medal. This win marks India’s third gold medal in Paralympic badminton, as all of India’s badminton medals at the Paralympics have been gold.
Nitesh’s Horrific Life Turnover:
Nitesh Kumar’s early passion was football. However, his life changed drastically in 2009 when a train accident resulted in a severe leg injury, leaving him bedridden for months. Despite this setback, Nitesh remained determined and focused on his studies during his recovery.
He took a year off to prepare for the IIT entrance exams. His dedication and hard work paid off, as he successfully gained admission to IIT Mandi in 2013. This achievement marked a significant turning point in his life.
Passion for Badminton Grew Up:
While at university, Nitesh Kumar developed a keen interest in badminton, which soon became his passion. His para-badminton career began in 2016 when he joined the Haryana team for the Para National Championships. Nitesh made a notable debut by winning a bronze medal. The following year, he earned silver in singles and bronze in doubles at the national championships.
In 2017, he won his first international title at the Irish Para-Badminton International. His success continued with multiple titles and medals at various international events, including the Asian Para Games and the BWF Para-Badminton World Circuit. His standout achievement came in 2020 when he defeated Tokyo Paralympic medalists Pramod and Manoj to win the gold medal at the National Championship.
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