Krishna Nagar Dominates with Double Gold at National Para Badminton Championship

Paralympic champion Krishna Nagar secured two gold medals at the 7th Senior National Para Badminton Championship. He won the Men's Singles SH6 title by defeating Sudarsan M S in straight games. Nagar then partnered with Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan to claim the Mixed Doubles SH6 gold with another dominant performance. The double victory reinforces his position as a leading figure in Indian para badminton.

Key Points: Krishna Nagar Wins Double Gold at National Para Badminton 2026

  • Wins Men's Singles SH6 title
  • Claims Mixed Doubles SH6 gold with partner
  • Defeats Sudarsan M S in singles final
  • Displays aggressive attacking play and composure
  • Reinforces status as top Indian para shuttler
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Krishna Nagar wins double gold at 7th Senior National Para Badminton Championship 2026

Paralympic champion Krishna Nagar clinches Men's Singles and Mixed Doubles gold at the 7th Senior National Para Badminton Championship.

"Winning two titles at the National Championships is always special. - Krishna Nagar"

Hyderabad, March 10

Paralympic champion Krishna Nagar continued his good form and produced a magnificent performance to claim two gold medals at the 7th Senior National Para Badminton Championship 2026 held here on Tuesday.

With this win, Nagar has also reaffirmed his supremacy in the SH6 category.

The Tokyo Paralympics gold medallist began his campaign on a strong note by clinching the Men's Singles SH6 title. In the final, Nagar defeated Sudarsan M S in straight games, registering a 21-10, 21-19 victory. The top-seeded shuttler displayed aggressive attacking play and excellent court coverage to control the contest from the start.

Nagar dominated the opening game with precise smashes and sharp net play, leaving his opponent struggling to keep pace. Although Sudarsan attempted to mount a comeback in the second game, Nagar maintained his composure and held firm in the closing stages to seal the match and secure the national title.

The 25-year-old continued his impressive run in the Mixed Doubles SH6 event, where he partnered Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan. The duo produced another commanding performance in the final, defeating the pair of Sudarsan M S and Shreya Kumari with a convincing 21-7, 21-11 scoreline.

Nagar and Nithya dominated the match with consistent attacking play and excellent coordination. Their ability to dictate rallies and maintain pressure on their opponents proved decisive as they wrapped up the contest in straight games to claim the championship.

The double triumph further reinforces Nagar's stature as one of India's leading para badminton players and highlights his consistency at the national level.

Speaking after his victory, Krishna Nagar said, "Winning two titles at the National Championships is always special. The level of competition in India continues to improve, and that pushes all of us to raise our game. I'm happy with my performance here, and it gives me good confidence heading into the upcoming international tournaments."

- IANS

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Rohit P
Dominant performance! 21-10, 21-19 in singles and then 21-7, 21-11 in doubles? That's not just winning, that's sending a message. His aggression and court coverage are top-class. The future looks bright for Indian para badminton.
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David E
As someone who follows sports globally, it's fantastic to see India producing such consistent champions in para sports. Nagar's composure in the second game of the singles final under pressure is the mark of a true champion. Well done!
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Aditya G
Kudos to Krishna and his partner Nithya for that flawless doubles win! Their coordination was brilliant. But I do wish our media gave these National Para Championships the same prime-time coverage as other sports. These athletes work just as hard.
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Sneha F
Heartwarming news to start the day! 🥇🥇 At just 25, he's a Paralympic champion and now a double national champion. His journey motivates so many young athletes with disabilities across India to dream big. More power to you, Krishna!
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Michael C
Impressive. The scorelines tell the story of complete dominance, especially in the doubles. It's great that he acknowledges the rising competition level in India – that's what builds a strong sporting ecosystem. Best of luck for the international season!

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