Author: Rohan Chowdhury

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris The world witnessed something extraordinary at the Invalides Arena in Paris as 17-year-old Sheetal Devi from Kashmir stunned everyone with her incredible archery skills. As the first and only armless archer to compete on the global stage, Sheetal not only broke the Paralympic and World Record with a total score of 703, but she also showcased a level of skill and determination that left the world in awe. However, records now stand with the Turkish archer Onzur Girdi Cure, who reached 704 in the same event, but it’s moments like these that elevate sports beyond mere…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Paris once again proved its flair for grand celebrations with an unforgettable Paralympics opening ceremony, held at the historic Place de la Concorde, just beside the iconic Louvre Museum. The venue was thoughtfully planned, with ample space for spectators, including fully accessible stands that ensured everyone, including those in wheelchairs, could enjoy the show without hindrance. As the clock ticked closer to the scheduled start at 8 pm Paris time, there were noticeable gaps in the stands. However, in true Parisian fashion, the locals didn’t disappoint. Within the last half hour, fans thronged the venue, filling…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Tokyo Paralympics gold medalist in badminton (SH6 Singles), Krishna Nagar, is gearing up to defend his title at the upcoming Paris Paralympics. A native of Rajasthan, Nagar is one of India’s brightest prospects, having recently clinched a gold at the 2024 Pattaya World Championship. He also secured two medals at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games—silver in singles and bronze in doubles. Nagar will once again represent India in his preferred event, singles, at the Paris Games. In this exclusive interview with RevSportz ahead of the Paris Paralympics, Nagar opens up about his preparations, the pressure of…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Sachin Sarjerao Khilari, hailing from Sangli district in Maharashtra, is India’s para-shotput player who will be debuting in the Paralympics in Paris. He was eleven when an unfortunate accident damaged his left-hand, leading to gangrene. The doctors advised amputation, but his family opted for treatment. Thanks to a successful operation, he was able to keep his arm, though it lost its ability to function. His left hand remained non-operational for two years until he regained some minor movement. In a previous conversation with RevSportz, Sachin shared how he started javelin in school in 2006 and continued…

The Para Asian Games in Hangzhou were a transformative experience for Indian sports. After a historic haul of 107 medals by the Indian contingent at the Asian Games, the para-athletes continued the momentum, creating history with an impressive tally of 111 medals. As the only Indian journalist present, this writer had the experience of a lifetime. Covering para sports is an unparalleled experience. It offers a window into the lives of athletes who have triumphed over unimaginable challenges. Being the sole journalist from India at the Para Games in Hangzhou brought a mix of joy and sorrow. Why sorrow? Many…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris The Paris Paralympics are seven days away. The Gamesare not just about the sport but also a celebration of the grit and determination of people who have overcome the barriers of disability and made those their special abilities. In the seven-day countdown for the showpiece event in para-sport to start, we will discuss seven athletes from the Indian contingent who can make Paris their own by reaching the podium for the first time. Some of them will be debuting in the competition. Sachin Sarjerao Khilari: Hailing from Karagani village in Sangli district in Maharashtra, Sachin Khilari…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Palak Kohli achieved the feat of qualifying for the Tokyo Paralympics as the youngest badminton player and was also the one who qualified for three events. Palak qualified for two events for the Paris Paralympics, but the journey was not easy. She overcame obstacles which kept her career at stake. In this exclusive conversation with RervSportz, the 22-year-old shuttler talks about the hardships she overcame to qualify for the Paris Paralympics, her preparations, the support she received from her ‘guru’, Gaurav Khanna and much more. Here are some of the excerpts from the entire conversation. Q:…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Sukant Kadam, India’s para-badminton star, who missed out on Tokyo 2020, is set to take on the court in Paris 2024, with a more mature outlook to the game. Kadam, hailing from Pune, Maharashtra, is a mechanical engineer. He started badminton under Nikhil Kanetkar and Mayank Gole in 2015, and since then won multiple international medals, including a bronze in the team event in Jakarta Asian Para Games and two in Hangzhou 2022, one in singles and one in doubles with Pramod Bhagat. In this exclusive conversation with RevSportz, Kadam opened up on his preparations for…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Prachi Yadav is an Indian para-canoe athlete, set to participate in her second Paralympic Games, after Tokyo 2020. In the Hangzhou Para Asian Games, Yadav won a gold and a silver medal in the KL2 and VL2 categories. Hailing from Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, she trains in Bhopal, also known as the City of Lakes. She praises the city for its brilliant facilities for water sports, which facilitate sports like sailing, canoeing, rowing, kayaking and more. She refers to Bhopal as the “hub of water sports”, in this exclusive conversation with RevSportz. After the Hangzhou Asian Para…

Rohan Chowdhury in Paris Shailesh Kumar, India’s paralympic athlete in the T63 category of high jump, made history at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Para Games by clinching the gold medal with a remarkable leap of 1.82 metres. This jump not only earned him the top spot but also broke a nine-year-long record of 1.8m previously held by Sharad Kumar. In an earlier conversation with RevSportz, Shailesh shared his inspiring journey from a small village in South Bihar’s Jamui district to the international stage. His early years were marked by challenges, including being marginalised due to his disability. Reflecting on those…