Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 4, Highlights: India's Nishad Kumar won the silver medal in Men's High Jump T47 event at Paris Paralympics 2024. Nishad, who also finished second in Tokyo three years back, registered his season best attempt of 2.04m.Earlier, Preethi Pal scriped history after winning a bronze medal in the Women's 200m T35 final. Meanwhile, shuttlers Nitesh Kumar and Suhas Yathiraj are assured to win a silver at least after entering the finals of the Men's SL3 and Men's SL4 categories, respectively. Meanwhile, Sukant Kadam will play for bronze after he lost the semi-final of the SL4 category to compatriot Suhas. India's Thulasimathi Murugesan defeated Manisha Ramadass in badminton Women's Singles SU5 Semifinal. Murugesan is now assured of at least a silver, while Manisha will fight for bronze. So far, India have won seven medals (Medals Tally)
Here are the Highlights of Paris 2024 Paralympic Games Day 4 (September 1):
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Paris Paralympics Live, Badminton: Thulasimathi enters final!
India's Thulasimathi Murugesan advances to badminton Women's Singles SU5 final. She beats compatriot Manisha, who will now play for bronze. So far, three badminton medals have been assured, but the colour of them would be known tomorrow.
Paris Paralympics Live, Athletics: Silver confirmed for Nishad!
With a best attempt of 2.04m, India's Nishad Kumar takes home the silver, just like he did at Tokyo three years back. Roderick Townsend of the USA successfully defends his title. He is now going for the world record
Paris Paralympics Live, Athletics: Nishad gets silver!
Nishad is done with his attempts. He is now certain to win the silver. Roderick of USA is the sole leader of this High Jump final. He is most likely to go for the world record, which currently stands at 2.16m, also held by him.
Paris Paralympics Live, Athletics: Medal assured for Nishad!
Nishad Kumar is now assured of at least as silver with his attempt of 2.04m. Roderick Townsend of USA is likely to take gold after pulling off an attempt of 2.08m.
Paris Paralympics Live, Athletics: Nishad leads in High Jump final!
Nishad Kumar currently lead the pack in Men's High Jump T47 final. Nishad successfully managed the 1.98m and 2m mark in his first three attempts. Meanwhile, Ram Pal, the other Indian athlete in this event, is currently out of medal contention.
Paris Paralympics Live, Badminton: Nithya's SF starts!
Nithya Sre Sivan is one win away from securing another badminton medal for India. She is currently in action in women's singles SH6 semi-final against China's Shuangbao Lin
Paris Paralympics Live, Archery: Rakesh finishes 4th!
India's Rakesh Kumar loses bronze medal match in Archery Men's Individual Compound Open event. He goes down against China's He Zihao by a solitaly point (146-147)
Paris Paralympics Live, Athletics: Preethi makes history!
Preethi Pal with another sensational dash as she clinches bronze in the Women's 200m T35 final. She took the third spot with a timing of 30.01s. She is already the first Indian sprinter to win a Paralympic medal. She now has two in her bag.
Paris Paralympics Live, Badminton: Suhas assured of silver!
Suhas Yathiraj beat compatriot Sukant Kadam to enter the final. Suhas Yathiraj assured of at least silver, while Sukant will play for bronze. Double delight for India in badminton after Nitesh also reached the final earlier in the day.
Paris Paralympics Live, Archery: Rakesh comes clutch in shoot-off!
Rakesh Kumar with an inner-circle 10 to win the shoot-off. He is into the semi-finals and just one win more win away from assuring at least a silver for India. What a day it has been for the Indian contingent.
Paris Paralympics Live, Badminton: Nitesh pulling clear in the SF!
Unlike the first game, Nitesh has started this game on the front foot. It seems Fujihara's confident has taken a hit after losing the first game. Nitesh edging closer to the semi-finals.
