Paralympic Champion Kumar Nitesh Nominated for BWF Para Badminton Player of the Year
Paralympic Champion Kumar Nitesh in Running for Top Badminton Honor
New Delhi – Indian Paralympic gold medalist kumar Nitesh is among the nominees for the prestigious Badminton World Federation (BWF) Para Badminton Player of the Year award.
Nitesh, who captured his first Paralympic gold in the SL3 category at the Paris Games, faces stiff competition from a trio of badminton powerhouses. Two-time Paralympic champion Cheah Liek Hou of Malaysia (SU5), Japan’s Daiki Kajiwara (WH2), and China’s Qu Zimo (WH1) are all vying for the coveted title.
The 29-year-old Indian shuttler is no stranger to success on the international stage. Nitesh boasts an notable resume, including two silver medals and a bronze medal from previous World Championships.
On the women’s side, Li Feng Mei, Sarina satomi, Liu Yu Tong, and Leani Ratri Oktila are all in contention for the women’s Para Badminton Player of the Year award.
Adding to the excitement, several nominees have the chance to claim a double victory. Qu, Liu, Oktila, and Li are also in the running for the Para Badminton Pair of the Year award alongside their respective partners.
The badminton world will be watching with anticipation as the winners are announced during the BWF world Tour Finals Gala Dinner on December 9th.
Paralympic Champion Kumar nitesh in Running for Top Badminton Honor
New Delhi: Indian Paralympic gold medalist Kumar Nitesh is a nominee for the prestigious Badminton world Federation (BWF) Para Badminton Player of the Year award, following his historic SL3 category gold at the Paris Games.
nitesh faces strong competition from badminton titans Cheah Liek Hou (SU5) of Malaysia, a two-time Paralympic champion, Japan’s daiki Kajiwara (WH2), and China’s Qu Zimo (WH1).
The 29-year-old Indian shuttler, no stranger to international success, has two silver and a bronze medal from previous World Championships under his belt.
On the women’s side, Li Feng Mei, Sarina Satomi, Liu yu Tong, and Leani Ratri oktila are in contention for the women’s Para Badminton Player of the Year award.
Adding to the intrigue, several nominees including Qu, Liu, Oktila, and Li are also vying for the Para badminton Pair of the Year award alongside their respective partners.
The badminton world awaits the announcement of the winners during the BWF World Tour Finals Gala Dinner on December 9th.