Praveen Kumar Wins Gold at Paris Paralympics 2024 in High Jump T64
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Athlete | Praveen Kumar |
| Event | Men's High Jump T64 Final |
| Competition | Paris Paralympics 2024 |
| Achievement | Gold Medal |
| Jump Height | 2.08 meters (Asian Record) |
| Category | T64 (Moderate movement impairment in one lower leg or missing one/both legs below the knee) |
| Previous Category | T44 (Mild to moderate movement impairment in one lower leg) |
| Early Challenges | Congenital impairment affecting bones connecting hip to left leg |
| Career Highlights | - 2019 World Para Athletics Junior Championship (no medal) - Tokyo Paralympics (Silver) |
| Paris Paralympics 2024 | Improved from silver to gold |
| India's Medal Tally | - 26th medal - 6th gold medal |
| Top Competitors | - Silver: Derek Loccident (USA) - Bronze: Giyazov Temurbek (UZB) & Maciej Lepiato (POL) |