After both archers missed out on individual medals for the country, the veteran-youngster duo combined to win India\u2019s second-ever medal at the Paralympics. In Tokyo, Harvinder Singh had won a bronze medal in the men's open recurve individual category.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Italians started with a perfect first round which saw them score 40 points compared to India\u2019s 38. However, Team India responded perfectly as they hit a perfect 40 in their second attempt compared to Italy\u2019s 38, tying the game at 78-78 at the halfway mark.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The Italian duo edged ahead after the third round with a score of 39-40. However, Sheetal and Rakesh shot perfect ten\u2019s in three of their final four shots with the team\u2019s second attempt pending review. Italy\u2019s 38 had both sides tied at 155-155. However, following the review, India\u2019s second shot was adjudged to be a ten which sent the Indian team into joy with a 156-155 victory.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The duo had lost against the pair from the Islamic Republic of Iran via shoot-off. Both teams were tied at 152-152 after four rounds in the Mixed Team Compound Open semifinal match.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
Sheetal Devi, a remarkable young archer from Kishtwar, J&K, has captured the world's attention with her extraordinary talent and unwavering determination. Born without arms, her early life was marked by challenges but she has overcome all odds to create history alongside Rakesh Kumar whose journey has been full of difficulties.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
The duo had lost against the pair from the Islamic Republic of Iran via shoot-off. Both teams were tied at 152-152 after four rounds in the Mixed Team Compound Open semifinal match.<\/p>\r\n\r\n
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