In a historic achievement for Indian para-rowing, Anita-Kongannapalle Narayana has secured a quota place for the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games. This accomplishment marks the first time India has secured a para-rowing qualification for the Paralympics.
Anita-Kongannapalle Narayana’s impressive finish
The duo clinched the quota place with a record-setting performance in the Para Mix Double Sculls event (PR3 Mix2x) at the 2024 World Rowing Asian and Oceanian Olympic and Paralympic Qualification Regatta held in South Korea. They finished first with an impressive timing of 7:50:80, solidifying India’s presence on the global para-rowing stage.
Anita-Kongannapalle Narayana’s journey to this point has been marked by dedication and perseverance. They previously secured a silver medal in PR3 Mixed Doubles Sculls at the 4th Asian Para Games. Their podium finish, with a remarkable timing of 8:50.71, contributed to the para-athletes who surpassed the 100 medals mark, further solidifying India’s presence in the global para-sporting arena.
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Anita’s achievement is particularly noteworthy as she was the first woman to be trained by ARN, marking a progressive shift in the sport’s landscape. Indian rowers Anita and Narayana Konganapalle previously secured a silver medal in PR3 Mixed Doubles Sculls at the 4th Asian Para Games.
The mixed doubles pair achieved a podium finish with a remarkable timing of 8:50.71, contributing to the para-athletes who surpassed the 100 medals mark, further solidifying India’s presence in the global para-sporting arena.
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