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Nitesh Kumar Wins Gold in Men's Singles SL3 at Paris Paralympics, Defeats Bethell 21-14, 18-21, 23-21

Sep 2, 2024, 11:35 AM

Indian para shuttler Nitesh Kumar, a 29-year-old, achieved a significant milestone by winning the gold medal in the men's singles SL3 category at the Paris Paralympics. Kumar, making his Paralympics debut, defeated Great Britain's Daniel Bethell in a thrilling final with scores of 21-14, 18-21, 23-21. This victory marks Kumar's first Paralympic medal and contributes to India's medal tally at the games. Kumar's journey to the final included a semifinal win over Japan's Daisuke Fujihara, where he secured a commanding 21-16, 21-12 victory. The win against Bethell not only earned Kumar a gold medal but also made him the third Indian shuttler to achieve this feat at the Paralympics.