Tue Sep 03 00:47:29 UTC 2024: – Thulasimathi Murugesan had a birth deformity in her left hand but her father never told her about it and got her used to competing in badminton alongside able-bodied children
– She demanded to know why she couldn’t play in international events, leading her father to explain her condition and give her direction
– Despite growing up in poverty, the family made sacrifices for her to pursue para-badminton and aim for Paralympics qualification
– Thulasimathi won India its first women’s podium at Paris in Para badminton, losing in the final but achieving a milestone
– Her dedication and hard work, despite her disability, have been praised by her sister and coaches
– Thulasimathi received training at the Gopichand academy and was supported by Olympic Gold Quest for travel and tournament expenses
– Her unique playing style and challenges with her non-functioning arm have been overcome through scientific training and coaching
– Thulasimathi’s father told her a fairytale of winning international medals, and on Monday, she achieved it by winning a medal on the biggest stage.

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