Archery Paralympics 2024 schedule

Golds and Arrows: India Shines at the Paris 2024 Paralympics!

As the Paralympics heat up, witness India's golden moments in archery and javelin! Here's the scoop! 🏅🎯

The Paris 2024 Paralympics kicked off with a bang, and Day 5 proved to be a spectacular showcase of talent and tenacity for Indian athletes. With every event, more reasons emerged to cheer for our champions. Among the standouts, Sumit Antil took the spotlight, clutching gold with a jaw-dropping javelin throw of 66.57m in the F64 category. His achievement not only added to India's glorious tally but also kept our hopes high as fellow star Nitesh Kumar followed suit, bringing home yet another gold medal. Collectively, India’s performance on that day was nothing short of impressive, securing eight medals overall, and sending shockwaves of pride through the nation.

As the excitement continues on Day 6, archery enthusiasts are gearing up for more exhilarating challenges. The schedule is packed, featuring intense competitions in shooting and athletics too, with particular focus on our talented archer, Avani Lekhara. Her incredible journey from the last Paralympics to now has inspired many, and all eyes are on her as she prepares to aim for yet another medal. With events running throughout the day, there’s a palpable buzz in the air as spectators await what could be another golden day for India.

It's not just the games that have spectators on their toes but also the rich tapestry of stories behind each athlete's journey. Each throw, shoot, and arrow shot not only represents personal triumph but also stands as a beacon of hope for those facing disabilities. The Paralympics showcases that limits are often just illusions, and our athletes’ stories of grit and determination inspire millions to dream big regardless of the challenges they might face.

In a world where every medal counts and every moment matters, the Paris 2024 Paralympics are set to be etched in history as a celebration of strength and resilience. As of now, India has amassed an impressive 15 medals overall, with hopes of this number escalating by the time the games conclude. Who can forget the feeling of euphoria each gold medal brings? Speaking of medals, did you know the gold medals awarded at the Paralympics are actually made of 92.5% silver and only 6 grams of gold? Yes, that's right! So while soaring through the air with the javelin or hitting the bullseye in archery seems thrilling, every precise movement from our athletes is a testament to science and skilled craftsmanship too!