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KUMAR NISHAD

T42 | Para High Jump

“Success is not just about winning but about the journey and the struggles along the way.”


AGE

25 Y

MEDALS

2024

01

YEARS

2024

2022

BIOGRAPHY

Kumar Nishad is a distinguished Indian Paralympic athlete specializing in the high jump (T42). He won gold at the 2016 Rio Paralympics and multiple gold medals at World Championships and Asian Para Games. Known for his perseverance and dedication, Nishad is an inspirational figure in Paralympic sports.

Sports

Para High Jump

Date of Birth

02 OCTOMBER 1999

Age

25 YEAR OLD

Nationality​

India

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“India's Nishad Kumar Wins Silver In Men's High Jump”

Even when he was smashing records left, right and centre in para-high jump, Nishad Kumar always had ambitions of competing in able-bodied events.

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Kumar Nishad's Training and Preparation

A behind-the-scenes look at Kumar Nishad’s rigorous training regime and preparation for major competitions.

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“Nishad Kumar's inspiring journey”

Nishad Kumar’s inspiring journey to becoming a Silver Medalist in Paris. Listen to this heart-touching story

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Interview with Kumar Nishad

An interview where Kumar Nishad shares insights about his career, motivations, and experiences as a Paralympic athlete.

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News and Articles

"Nishad Kumar wins silver in men's high jump"

India’s Nishad Kumar won a silver in the men’s high jump T47 event at the Paris Paralympics. He added silver medal in the same event at Tokyo Paralympics 3 years ago.

September 11, 2016 • Hardik Saini

"Inspiring Journey of Kumar Nishad: From Struggles to Paralympic Glory"

An article detailing Kumar Nishad’s journey from his early life challenges to becoming a Paralympic champion, emphasizing his dedication and perseverance.
October 5, 2017 • Hardik Saini

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Records

Nishad Kumar wins silver
medal in high jump

Paris 2024 Paralympics

September 02, 2024

This was Nishad Kumar’s second Paralympic medal. He won the silver medal at Tokyo 2020 with a clearance of 2.06m to behind Townsend back then as well.

World Para Athletics 2017

2017 World Para Athletics Championships

July 22, 2017

Kumar Nishad secured the gold medal in the Men’s High Jump T42 at the World Para Athletics Championships, clearing a height of 1.80 meters.

Gold Medal - 2018 Asian Para Championships

World Cup 2021

October 10, 2018

At the Asian Para Games, Kumar Nishad continued his winning streak by claiming another gold medal in the Men’s High Jump T42.

Para Athletics Grand Prix Silver Medal - 2019

Asian Para Games 2018

April 28, 2019

Kumar Nishad earned a silver medal in the Men’s High Jump T42 during the 2019 Para Athletics Grand Prix, with a jump of 1.76 meters.
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