SHARAD KUMAR
Sharad Kumar is an accomplished Indian para-athlete specializing in the high jump. Born on December 27, 1992, in Patna, Bihar, India, Sharad has overcome significant physical challenges to become one of India's leading para-athletes. He competes in the T42 category, which is for athletes with lower... See More
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Sharad Kumar is an accomplished Indian para-athlete specializing in the high jump. Born on December 27, 1992, in Patna, Bihar, India, Sharad has overcome significant physical challenges to become one of India's leading para-athletes. He competes in the T42 category, which is for athletes with lower limb impairments. Sharad Kumar has made history by winning several international medals, including a bronze medal at the 2016 Rio Paralympics, which made him one of the prominent names in para-sports in India.
He has also won multiple medals at the World Para Athletics Championships and Asian Para Games, further establishing himself as one of the top performers in the high jump event. Sharad has been awarded Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award, in recognition of his achievements in para-sports.
Sharad's resilience, dedication, and achievements have made him an inspiration to many aspiring athletes with disabilities, particularly in India, where para-sports are steadily gaining more recognition and support. He is supported by TOPS India and has been a consistent performer on the international stage.
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