Pramod Bhagat
Pramod Bhagat (born 4 June 1988) is an Indian professional Para-badminton player from Odisha. He had been ranked world number one in para-badminton men's singles SL3.[1]
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Early life and training
Pramod hails from Attabira in Bargarh District. He is one of six brothers and sisters. When he was five years old, he developed a defect on his left leg. At the age of 13, he went to watch a badminton match and was fascinated with the game. For the next 2 years, he was deeply engulfed in the game with footwork, fitness, and fixture of the game. Pramod played his first tournament against normal category players when he was 15 years old. He was encouraged by spectators, which motivated him to move ahead in his badminton career.
Awards
- 2019 - Arjuna Award
- 2019 - Biju Patnaik Sports Award-2018
References
- "Para shuttler". Retrieved 2019-08-26.
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