Simran Sharma Wins Bronze in Women’s 200m T12 at Paris Paralympics 2024

Simran Sharma – Paris Paralympics 2024 : India’s Simran Sharma made history by winning her first ever Paralympic medal, a bronze, in the Women’s 200m T12 event at the Paris Paralympics. Simran clocked a personal best time of 24.75 seconds to secure the third spot on the podium, marking a significant achievement for both her and Indian para athletics.

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Simran’s bronze in the 200m T12 race was a proud moment for India, as she became the first Indian athlete to win a medal in this category. The T12 classification is for athletes with visual impairment, and Simran’s perseverance, despite a slow start, propelled her to a strong finish in the final lap at the Stade de France.

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This bronze adds to Simran’s growing list of achievements, including two silver medals at the Asian Para Games and a gold at the World Championships earlier this year.

Overcoming Setbacks in the 100m T12 Final

Earlier in the competition, Simran narrowly missed the podium in the Women’s 100m T12 final, finishing fourth with a time of 12.31 seconds. Her near miss in the 100m event fueled her determination to make a comeback in the 200m race, where she eventually claimed her bronze medal.

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Simran’s journey to the Paralympic podium is nothing short of inspiring. Born prematurely and diagnosed with visual impairment, she faced challenges growing up in Ghaziabad. Despite frequent teasing and limited resources, Simran excelled academically and discovered her talent for athletics in school. Her passion for sprinting only grew, leading her to compete on the international stage and prove her detractors wrong.

Trained by her husband, Gajendra Singh, at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, Simran’s rise in para athletics showcases her resilience and dedication.

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Tough Competition in the T12 200m Final

In the 200m final, Simran competed against some of the world’s best athletes. Cuba’s Omara Durand Elias, a Paralympic legend, won the gold with a time of 23.62 seconds, while Venezuela’s Alejandra Paola Perez Lopez took silver, clocking 24.19 seconds. Despite the stiff competition, Simran’s perseverance and focus ensured her a place on the podium.

Simran’s bronze was India’s 17th medal in para athletics and 28th overall in the Paris Paralympics, contributing to India’s best ever performance at the Games. Her historic achievement in the T12 200m event has made her a role model for aspiring para athletes in India.

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Simran Sharma’s bronze medal victory at the Paris Paralympics is a testament to her strength, resilience, and dedication. Her personal best of 24.75 seconds not only earned her a place on the podium but also solidified her position as one of India’s leading para athletes. As she continues to inspire future generations, Simran’s journey from overcoming challenges to making history will be remembered as a milestone in Indian para athletics.

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