IOS Sports and Entertainment, India’s sports management company, announced the onboarding of Indian Paralympic Gold medallists Sumit Antil (Para-Javelin) and Nitesh Kumar (Para-Badminton) to their roster of athletes. They join para-high jumper and two-time Paralympic silver medallist Nishad Kumar, marking a significant step in IOS Sports’ ongoing commitment to supporting and empowering para-athletes across India.
Sumit said, “I am grateful to IOS Sports & Entertainment for their support and allowing me to be a part of their wonderful team. The support and love that I have received from the nation has been truly humbling and it really feels like a new dawn for para-athletes in India, and I am excited for the future.”
Nitesh said, “I am grateful to the nation for their best wishes. Earning a medal in Paris has been one of the best moments of my life, and it truly feels humbling to get such a great response from the country. Now, being a part of IOS Sports roster, I feel the future is bright for me and I am thrilled to start this new journey.”
Nishad said, “I am delighted to link up with Sumit and Nitesh as part of the IOS family. They are two of India’s top athletes and with the help of government and corporate support, these two para-athletes are sure to get their due recognition. I am confident that the partnership with IOS will further help them in their growth as much as it did me.”
Neerav Tomar, Founder and Managing Director, IOS Sports & Entertainment said, “We are delighted to welcome Sumit and Nitesh to the IOS Sports family. Along with Nishad, these athletes represent dedication, passion, and excellence in their respective disciplines. At IOS Sports, we are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where para-athletes are given the recognition and support they deserve. We look forward to working closely with them to help them achieve new milestones and inspire the next generation of athletes.”
The two Paralympians join a wide list of athletes exclusively managed by IOS. The agency already includes athletes such as Mary Kom, Vijender Singh, Anju Bobby George, Manu Bhaker, Mirabai Chanu, Harmanpreet Singh, Manpreet Singh, Aman Sehrawat, Manika Batra, among several others, already part of the roster.
