Asian Para Games: Kokila stuns world champion en route to judo silver

Kokila from India has elevated her previous bronze medal achievement to a silver at the Asian Para Games held in Aichi-Nagoya. She showcased her skill by narrowly defeating reigning world champion Yi Liu in the semifinals. Although she faced Aibike Ulanbek Kyzy in the final, who clinched gold with a swift ippon, Kokila’s silver illustrates her increasing prowess in the -52kg para-judo category.

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