Here is all you need to know about Mark Dharmai, the first Indian para-athlete to clinch a gold medal at the World Dwarf Games along with his biography and disability
Mark Dharmai, an Indian para-athlete who was recently successful, is from a small town near Mumbai and has come under headlines.
Who is para-athlete Mark Dharmai as he wins gold at the World Dwarf Games, biography, age, height, family and disability
Mark gained prominence after competing in the 2004 Paralympic Games and is known for having an inspirational tale. The Bandra resident’s inspirational journey began at the 2004 Paralympics, where he won bronze in the 400-meter race and made his debut as an athlete.
The most recent of his many achievements was winning a gold medal at the World Dwarf Games. He went on to accomplish a great deal more. By winning the gold medal, Dharmai made history by becoming the first Indian para-athlete to do so at the World Dwarf Games, which were hosted in Germany. After his victory, he made headlines again after receiving a lifetime membership to the Bandra Gymkhana. He often works out at Bandra Gymkhana, which honoured him with an honorary lifetime membership in recognition of his remarkable accomplishment.
Standing tall despite his 4 feet and 2 inches, 39-year-old Mark Dharmai is a known athlete.
Born with a dwarf-syndrome called “Achondroplasia”, he struggled growing up and was assisted by his ever-so-strong mother, in every way possible.
Mark Dharmai records and achievements
Dharmai was fascinated by sports when he was a too young. He participated in the 400-meter race and won a bronze medal at the 2004 Paralympics, which marked the start of his extraordinary journey.
Over the years, he has accomplished a number of noteworthy milestones, including winning the gold medal in the 200-meter sprint at the 2010 Commonwealth Games and the silver medal in the 4×400-meter relay at the 2012 London Paralympics.
World Dwarf Games 2023
Men’s Doubles (Boccia) – Gold
Discus throw doubles – Silver
Men’s Doubles (Badminton) – Silver
Men’s singles (Badminton) – Bronze
November 2016: Asia Para-Badminton Championships (China)
Men’s Singles – Bronze
Men’s Doubles – Gold
Mixed Doubles – Silver
June 2016: Open International Para-Badminton Tournament (Northern Ireland)
Men’s Double – Bronze
September 2015: BWF Para-Badminton World Championship (England)
Men’s Singles – Bronze
Mixed Doubles – Bronze
March 2015: Spanish Para-Badminton International Open (Spain)
Men’s Singles – Semifinalist
December 2014: 14 th Senior Para Badminton Nationals (Mumbai)
Men’s Singles – Gold
Men’s Doubles – Gold
August 2013 – BWF Para Badminton World Championships (Germany)
Men’s Doubles – Bronze
2012 London Paralympics
4x400m relay – Silver
2010 Commonwealth Games
200m – Gold
2004 Paralympic Games
400m – Bronze