Manisha Ramadass wins Paralympic bronze in Women’s Singles SU5
Despite being born with Erb’s Palsy, a condition she has had since birth, Manisha’s determination propelled her into the world of para-badminton
Indian shuttler Paris Manisha Ramadass signed off with a bronze medal in the women’s singles SU5 category at the Paralympics on Monday. Second seed Manisha, playing at the adjacent court, outplayed Denmark’s Cathrine Rosengren, seeded third, 21-12 21-8 to make a podium finish
Manisha’s journey in sports commenced at the age of 11, driven by her passion for athletic endeavours. Despite being born with Erb’s Palsy, a condition she has had since birth, Manisha’s determination propelled her into the world of para-badminton. Her introduction to the sport came through a recommendation from a friend of her previous coach, leading her to compete in her inaugural Para-Badminton State Championship in 2019.
Inspired by the achievements of Saina Nehwal, Manisha’s admiration for the badminton star fueled her own aspirations in the sport. However, her sporting interests extend beyond badminton, with a fondness for football and table tennis also evident. Remarkably, in her debut year, Manisha ascended to the rank of World No. 1 in para badminton, showcasing her remarkable talent and dedication. Her meteoric rise reached its zenith when she clinched the gold medal at the 2022 World Championships in Japan, solidifying her status as a world champion.
Manisha’s stellar performances have been consistent on the international stage, winning medals across level 1 and level 2 competitions. Manisha also grabbed three bronze medals at the Asian Para Games 2022. It was her first appearance at the Asian Games. With her sights set on future goals, including securing a medal at the Paris Paralympics, Manisha continues to strive for excellence.
Date of Birth: January 27, 2005
Place: Thiruvallur, Tamil Nadu
Category: Women’s Singles Su5
Academy: Prakash Padukone Badminton Academy
Disability Type: SU5 (Impairment of the upper limbs. The impairment could be on the playing or non-playing hand)
Achievements:
- Asian Para Games (2022) – Bronze Medal in WS, WD & XD
- World Championship (2024) – Silver Medal in WS World Championship (2022) – Gold Medal in WS
- World Championship (2022) – Bronze Medal in WD
- 4 Nations Para Badminton International (2024) – Silver Medal in WS
- Spanish Para Badminton International 2024 – I (2024) – Silver Medal in WS
Key Government Intervention
- Financial Assistance for Equipment
- Financial Assistance for Training & Competition
- Out of Pocket Allowance under TOPS
