Sanjeev Kumar discusses the challenges of para-shuttling | #UmeedIndia Special

U • Sports • 2020

Determined not to let polio come in the way of dreams, Sanjeev has struggled the harshest of odds to be one of the top para badminton players in the world. Ranked 7 internationally and a silver medal at the 2009 World Paralympic Games, he is now aiming to win a Gold medal for India at the Tokyo Olympics WatchUmeedIndia with Virender Sehwag Thursday 8 PM and Repeat at 10 PM..

Director: Virender Sehwag

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OP Karhana with Virendra Sehwag - Fast bowling vs Shotputting #UmeedIndia
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#UmeedIndia Special - Self Defence by Avtar Singh
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Dutee Chand | Dreams do come true - #UmeedIndia Special
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Shiva Keshavan tells us more about the sport of Luge | #UmeedIndia Special
02 August 2020 | 3 min
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National Javelin Throw Record Holder- Annu Rani | #UmeedIndia Special
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