Paris Paralympics 2024: Avani Lekhara’s Gold and India’s Triumph on Day 2
New Delhi: Day 2 of the Paris Paralympic Games was nothing short of spectacular for India, with the nation making a grand entrance into the medal tally. After a quiet start on the opening day, Team India erupted into action, securing four medals and climbing to the 17th spot on the medal table.
The highlight of the day was undoubtedly Avani Lekhara’s historic achievement. The shooting star made headlines by becoming the first Indian athlete to win back-to-back gold medals in Paralympic history. Her triumph not only brought glory to India but also set a new benchmark for excellence in Paralympic shooting.
In addition to Lekhara’s stellar performance, the shooting team bagged two more medals, showcasing India’s prowess in this discipline. This impressive haul of three shooting medals in a single day underscores the growing strength of Indian shooters on the global stage.
But the success didn’t stop there. India also made its mark in track-and-field, a domain where the nation has historically had limited success. Securing a medal in this event further demonstrates the diversification and growth of India’s Paralympic athletes across various sports.
With four medals on Day 2, including one gold, India’s performance was a testament to the hard work and dedication of its athletes. The country’s achievement on this day is particularly noteworthy as it represents a significant portion of the 19 medals won during the Tokyo 2020 Games, which was India’s highest ever Paralympic haul. This strong start suggests that India is well on its way to potentially surpassing its previous record.
As we look forward to Day 3, the momentum from Day 2 provides a hopeful glimpse into the continued success of Indian athletes at the Paris Paralympics. Here’s to more inspiring performances and historic achievements in the days to come!
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