{
  "id": 16286566,
  "title": "FPJ Exclusive | 'Proud Of Myself': Nitesh Kumar Strikes Gold In Men's Singles, Adds Mixed Doubles Silver With Thulasimathi Murugesan At Asian Para Games",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/fpj-exclusive-proud-of-myself-nitesh-kumar-strikes-gold-in-mens",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-10-24T04:30:00.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/fpj-exclusive-proud-of-myself-nitesh-kumar-strikes-gold-in-mens-singles-adds-mixed-doubles-silver-with-thulasimathi-murugesan-at-asian-para-games"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Indian para badminton player Nitesh Kumar celebrated his success at the Asian Para Games by winning both the gold medal in men's singles and a silver medal in mixed doubles. The dual podium finish showcased the talented Indian shuttler's skill and determination on the continental stage. Nitesh expressed his happiness and pride in his triumph, having narrowly missed the gold in men's singles at the 2023 edition in Hangzhou. The victory was particularly significant for the para badminton star, who converted his previous disappointment into triumph. The Indian duo of Nitesh Kumar and Thulasimathi Murugesan added a silver medal in mixed doubles, highlighting India's strength in the sport. Together, they contributed to India's overall tally at the competition, with Nitesh emerging as one of the country's standout performers in para badminton.",
  "summary": "Para badminton player Nitesh Kumar continued his impressive run at the Asian Para Games, winning the gold medal in the men's singles event and adding a silver medal in mixed doubles alongside Thulasimathi Murugesan. The double podium finish marked another memorable chapter in his journey, as the Indian shuttler once again showcased his talent on the continental stage. Speaking to The Free Press…",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "RTHK News",
        "title": "HK takes silver in women's sabre at Asian Para Games",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/24/hk-takes-silver-in-womens-sabre-at-asian-para-games",
        "published": "2026-10-24T07:37:39.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}