Abia, Oct 6 (NationPress) Prominent Indian para badminton player Pramod Bhagat has once again showcased his exceptional skills at the inaugural Abia Para Badminton International 2025, clinching three gold medals and solidifying his position as a leading figure in the world of para badminton.

In a gripping final, Bhagat captured the men’s singles SL3 title by overcoming fellow Indian Mantu Kumar with scores of 21-7, 9-21, 21-9. Demonstrating his characteristic poise and strategic expertise, Bhagat made a remarkable comeback after losing the second game to triumph in this contest.

Next, he partnered with Sukant Kadam to achieve another gold in the men’s doubles, defeating Peru’s Gerson Jair Vargas Lostaunaul and Diana Rojas Golac in straight sets, 21-13, 21-17. Their seamless teamwork and aggressive tactics proved unbeatable.

Bhagat’s third gold was earned in the mixed doubles SL3-SU5 category, where he teamed up with Arati Patil to secure another thrilling victory, further establishing his status as India’s most celebrated para badminton athlete.

After his remarkable triple-gold achievement, Bhagat stated, "Every victory encourages me to exceed my limits. Competing at this elite level and bringing honor to India is incredibly special. I am grateful for the dedication and support of my team behind these accomplishments."

Sukant Kadam, his doubles partner, shared his excitement, saying, "Playing with Pramod continually inspires me to elevate my performance. Our synergy on the court has strengthened with each match, and this victory boosts our confidence for future international competitions."

In addition to Bhagat and Kadam’s stellar performances, several other Indian players shone across different categories. Ranjit Singh earned three bronze medals in men’s singles WH1, men’s doubles WH1-WH2 (with Paramjit Singh), and mixed doubles WH1-WH2 (with Shabana).

Nurul Hossain Khan bagged silver in men’s singles WH2, while Uma Sarkar secured silver in women’s singles SL3. The duo of Arati Patil and Uma Sarkar also earned bronze in women’s doubles SL3-SU5.

Other commendable performances included bronze medals for Nilesh Gaikwad in men’s SL4, Kanak Singh Jadaun in women’s SL4, and an impressive Indian domination in men’s singles SU5, where Karan Paneer, Rahul Vimal, and Sativada took home gold, silver, and bronze respectively.

Bhagat’s incredible triple victory and India’s overall medal achievements underline the country’s growing strength in para badminton, setting an optimistic tone for the forthcoming international season.