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Rakesh Kumar

W2 | Para - Archery

“Strength doesn’t come from what you can do; it comes from overcoming the things you once thought you couldn’t”

AGE

39 Y

MEDALS

2024

01

YEARS

2024

2022

BIOGRAPHY

Rakesh Kumar (born 13 January 1985) is an Indian Paralympian archer competing in the Men’s Individual Compound Open. He qualified to represent India at the 2024 Summer Paralympics at Paris, his second Olympics. He also won the bronze medal in the 2024 Summer Paralympics.

Sports

PARA-ARCHERY

Date of Birth

13 January 1985

Age

39 YEAR OLD

Nationality​

India

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Indian Archers Rakesh Kumar Win Bronze In Mixed Team Event

Rakesh Kumar’s bronze victory in the mixed team event at 2024 Paralympics marks a historic achievement for Indian archery.

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Celebrating a Bronze moment - Rakesh Kumar | Paris 2024

Rakesh Kumar’s bronze at Paris 2024 is a testament to his unwavering spirit and India’s growing legacy in para archery.

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Exclusive: Rakesh Kumar After Winning Bronze Medal

Rakesh Kumar and Sheetal Devi share their inspiring journey and emotions after securing bronze at Paris 2024.

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Paralympics: Rakesh Kumar Win Bronze In Remarkable Fashion

Rakesh Kumar’s stunning performance earns him a well-deserved bronze at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, showcasing his exceptional skill and determination.

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News and Articles

“Rakesh Kumar and Sheetal Devi Win Bronze in Mixed Team Event at Paris 2024”

Rakesh Kumar, along with Sheetal Devi, secured a bronze medal in the Mixed Team Compound event at the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
September 02, 2024 • Nitin Sharma

“Rakesh Kumar Misses Out on Bronze in Men's Individual Compound at Paris 2024”

Rakesh Kumar narrowly missed winning a bronze medal in the Men’s Individual Compound Open event, losing by just one point to He Zihao of China.
September 01, 2024 • Aakash Biswas

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Records

bronze medal in the Mixed Team Compound event

Paris 2024 Paralympics

September 02, 2024

Rakesh Kumar won a bronze medal in the Mixed Team Compound event alongside Sheetal Devi on September 2, 2024.

Gold medal in the Mixed Team event

World Para Archery Championships

July 23, 2023

Rakesh secured a gold medal in the Mixed Team event, showcasing his exceptional skills on a global platform.

gold in both Individual and mixed team events

Asian Para Archery Championships

November 22, 2023

He clinched gold in both the individual and mixed team events, demonstrating his dominance in the sport.

Bronze medal in Men’s Compound Open Category

Fazza Para Archery 2021

Feb 25, 2021

Rakesh won a gold medal in the Men’s Compound Open category, establishing himself as one of the top para-archers.

PCI

The Paralympic Committee of India is the apex governing body dedicated to promoting and developing Para Sport in the country. The Paralympic Committee of India spearheads the Paralympic Movement, organizes the Paralympic Games, and supports its members, empowering Para athletes to achieve excellence through dedicated training and opportunities.

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