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Indian Judoka Kapil Parmar Secures Bronze at Asian Para Games
Judoka Kapil Parmar clinched a bronze medal for India at the Asian Para Games in Nagoya, defeating Indonesia's Ahnaf Rafli Shidqi in the men's J1 -70kg category playoff on Monday.
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Indian para-judoka Kapil Parmar added another medal to the country's tally at the Asian Para Games, securing bronze in the men's J1 -70kg weight class held in Nagoya on Monday. Parmar's victory came in the playoff bout against Indonesia's Ahnaf Rafli Shidqi, showcasing his skill and determination on the mat.
The J1 classification in para-judo covers athletes with visual impairments, representing one of the competitive categories at the Games. Parmar's medal finish underscores India's growing presence in para-sport, particularly in judo, where the country has been steadily building competitive strength on the continental stage.
The Asian Para Games in Nagoya serves as a significant platform for para-athletes from across the region to compete at an elite level. Parmar's bronze medal performance contributes to India's overall medal count at the event and highlights the calibre of Indian para-judokas in international competition.