Ahmedabad, July 17 -- In a resounding testament to grit, grace, and unshakable spirit, 15-year-old Lakshmi Jadala, Asia's top-ranked para lawn tennis player with an intellectual disability, clinched the Gold medal at the National Tennis Championship 2025 (Disability Sports) held in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, which took place from July 10 to 14.

With this triumphant win, Jadala has officially qualified for the Special Olympics World Games 2027, set to take place in Cairo, Egypt, as per a press release from Adani Sportsline.

Competing in the U-17 junior category, Jadala was unstoppable--winning all three of his matches in straight sets and showcasing a mastery on court that belied his age and the obstacles he's overcome.

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