Paris Paralympics 2024 Day 11: Pooja Ojha Misses Kayak Final

Welcome to our LIVE coverage of Day 11 of the Paris 2024 Paralympics on Sunday, September 8. Follow the latest updates on Indian athletes in action, medal results, and highlights from the closing ceremony.

Para Canoe: Pooja Ojha Finishes Fourth

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Pooja Ojha, representing India in the Women’s Kayak Single 200m KL1 Semifinal A, finished fourth with a timing of 1:17.23. Unfortunately, this result did not secure her a spot in the final, marking the end of her campaign in the event.

Navdeep Singh’s Silver Medal Upgraded

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In a significant development, Navdeep Singh’s silver medal in the men’s javelin throw F41 has been upgraded to gold. This change comes after Iran’s Sadegh Beit Sayah, the original gold medallist, was disqualified. This addition enhances India’s overall medal tally.

India’s Medal Tally After Day 10

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As of the end of Day 10, India stands at 16th place in the medal tally with a record-breaking haul:

• Gold: 7
• Silver: 9
• Bronze: 13

This achievement surpasses India’s previous best at the Tokyo Paralympics, highlighting the athletes' dedication and performance.

Where to Watch the Paris Paralympics in India

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Indian viewers can catch the live telecast of the Paris Paralympics on DD Sports channel. Additionally, live streaming is available on Jio Cinema and the official YouTube channel of the Paralympics from August 28 to September 8.

Highlights from Day 10

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Day 10 saw remarkable performances by Indian athletes, including:

• Navdeep Singh’s gold medal upgrade in men’s javelin throw F41.
• Simran Sharma securing bronze in the women’s 100m T12 event.

Medal Events on the Final Day

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On the final day, medal events will take place across various disciplines including para athletics, para powerlifting, wheelchair basketball, and para canoe. Stay tuned for the final results and updates.

Indian Athletes in Action Today

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Today, Indian athletes will compete in para canoe events. Follow the live updates and results as the day progresses.

Stay Tuned for More Updates!

We bring you continuous coverage of the Paris 2024 Paralympics, focusing on Indian athletes and their journey. Keep following for live updates, results, and highlights from the final day and the closing ceremony.