The much-awaited 2024 Paris Paralympics is well underway, events in powerlifting being among its high points. The best Athletes from around the world have come together to show amazing strength and willpower as they compete in the different weight categories for those elusive Paralympic medals.
Alright, now let’s go into the Powerlifting Paralympics detailed report in this post.
Powerlifting Paralympics Schedule
Powerlifting Paralympics Schedule
Competitions in powerlifting are happening at the La Chapelle Arena with a schedule for both men and women in events. Here is how events have been unfolding:
September 4, 2024
- Men’s up to 49kg Final: Qi Yongkai of China, defending the title with a convincing show.
- Women’s up to 41kg Final: Cui Zhe who is from China won the gold medal with a new Paralympic record lift of 119 kg.
September 5, 2024
- Women’s up to 50kg Final: Great Britain’s Olivia Broome, the reigning world champion took gold in this category.
- Men’s up to 59kg Final: China’s Qi Yongkai defended his title in this category too.
September 6, 2024
- Women’s up to 67kg Final: This event featured Indian contender Kasthuri Rajamani, further increasing the fever, as India looks to have a decent medal count.
- Men’s up to 72kg Final: Reigning Paralympic champion, world champion, and world record holder Bonnie Bunyau Gustin of Malaysia retained his title.
- Women’s up to 61kg Final: Four-time Paralympic gold medalist Mexican legend Amalia Perez went into the competition against current world record holder Mark Onyinyechi of Nigeria.
September 7, 2024
- Men’s up to 80kg Final: Iran’s defending champion Rostami Roohallah won back-to-back titles in a photo finish.
- Women’s up to 73kg Final: Current Paralympic, world and current world record holder Tan Yujiao of China easily won this event.
September 8, 2024
- Men’s over 107kg Final: The last day’s highlight will be the tussle of the heavyweighters for the heavyweight title.
Results: As of September 7th
The competition has been intense with several world records being challenged and broken. Till September 7, India has already secured its highest-ever medal count in a single edition of the Paralympics with 30 medals: 8 gold, 10 silvers, and 12 bronzes.
The events in para powerlifting have contributed immensely to this success, where athletes like Kasthuri Rajamani stretched their limits to secure medals for their country.
While talking about Indian Paralympians, how could we miss Sumit Antil’s name for winning Gold in Javelin throw consecutively two times!
Antil’s journey is that of inspiration, and his determination and hard work are reflective of many athletes who are a part of the Paralympic movement. This has brought pride for India and more significantly raised awareness regarding the capabilities of para athletes, inviting more inclusivity in sports.
Looking Ahead
In the heat of competition, with just the final days of the 2024 Paralympics remaining, fans are expecting electrifying performances in para powerlifting and other events. In its final few days, it will be loaded with a number of finals where athletes compete against each other for gold medals with their names written in the history of the Paralympic Games.
Following key events entering the final day will include:
- Men’s up to 107kg Final
- Women’s up to 86kg Final
- Men’s over 107kg Final
These events promise keen competition as athletes strive to record their personal best and new records.
Conclusion
The 2024 Paris Paralympics is a show of strength, courage, and respect. Para powerlifting has become an instant attraction for all as the sport exhibits wonders in how athletes rise above their challenges to compete at the highest levels.
As the games continue, the world holds its breath in anticipation of more electrifying performances and shattered records, among other feats, pulled off by athletes such as Sumit Antil, an epitome of the Paralympic spirit.
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