Mon Sep 02 11:55:02 UTC 2024: – Nishad Kumar won the silver medal in the men’s high jump T-47 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympics with a jump of 2.04 meters
– This was his second Paralympic medal, with a previous silver at the Tokyo/2020 Paralympics
– Despite being 24 years old, Kumar competes in the T-47 category for athletes with unilateral impairment of the arms
– Kumar was disappointed at not winning gold, as he had been practicing and had previously jumped 2.10 meters
– His success in Paris has established him as a star in the field of para-athletics in India, inspiring youngsters to emulate his dedication and passion
– Kumar continues to train and improve for future competitions with the support of his trainers and relatives.

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