Blind Tennis Star Naqi Rizvi Fights for Paralympic Inclusion
Source: news.source.sunstar
Naqi Rizvi, the world's top-ranked blind men's tennis player, is advocating for the inclusion of blind tennis in the Paralympic Games. Despite losing his sight at age seven, Rizvi discovered tennis in his mid-20s and now champions the sport for its sense of freedom and technical challenge. Blind tennis, which uses modified rules and equipment, allows players like Rizvi to compete and enjoy the game.
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Naqi Rizvi, blind since age seven, is the world's top-ranked blind men's tennis player.
Rizvi is lobbying for blind tennis to be included in the Paralympic Games.
Blind tennis offers Rizvi a sense of freedom and the ability to make his own decisions on the court.
The sport uses modified rules, including smaller court dimensions, a lower net, and a ball with a bell inside.
Rizvi highlights the technical aspect of blind tennis as a key interest.
