Simran Sharma Wins Gold in 200m T12, Tejalben Damor Takes Bronze at Asian Para Games
Indian sprinter Simran Sharma won gold in the women's 200m T12 event at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Nagoya, equalling the Games record with a time of 24.80 seconds. Despite fatigue and dietary challenges as a vegetarian in Japan, she delivered a strong performance alongside her guide Shivam. Debutant Tejalben Damor secured bronze in the same event. Simran, a 2024 Paralympics bronze medallist, has overcome personal and professional hurdles, including changing guides due to doping violations. She also won gold in the 100m T12 event, setting another Games record.
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indiatoday broke this story on 20 Oct, 11:33 am. Other outlets followed.