Sundar Singh Gurjar Strikes Gold : History made at the 2023 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou, China, as India’s para athletes delivered a phenomenal performance that will be etched in the annals of sports. On the same day that Sumit Antil broke the world record in Men’s Javelin F64, Sundar Singh Gurjar stepped into the limelight by creating a new world record in Men’s F46 Javelin. The icing on the cake? A podium sweep in this event, showcasing India’s dominance in para athletics.
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India’s Sundar Singh Gurjar, the Tokyo Paralympic bronze medallist, catapulted himself into the record books with an astonishing 68.60m throw in the final. This remarkable performance not only secured him the gold medal but also established a new world record. The previous world record of 67.79m, held by Sri Lanka’s Dinesh Priyantha, was surpassed in style.
Sundar Gurjar Singh’s journey to the world record and gold medal was a tale of grit and determination. He commenced with a 63.05m throw in his first attempt, showing his intent right from the start. Despite a foul in his second attempt, he maintained his lead at the top.
In his third throw, he outdid himself, registering a distance of 66.21m. As the competition heated up, his compatriot Rinku threw 67.08m in his final attempt, momentarily challenging Sundar’s position.
Pushed to the second spot ahead of his final throw, Gurjar Singh displayed nerves of steel. With immense pressure on his shoulders, he delivered an incredible throw of 68.6m, securing both the gold medal and the world record.
Sundar Singh Gurjar’s victory was part of an exceptional achievement for India as they completed a podium sweep in the Men’s F46 Javelin event. Rinku and Ajeet Singh showcased their prowess, securing the silver and bronze medals, respectively.
Rinku’s silver came with a spectacular 67.08m throw, and Ajeet Singh’s bronze was secured with a remarkable 63.52m throw. This feat not only demonstrated India’s dominance in para athletics but also painted a picture of the country’s bright future in sports.
Sundar Singh Gurjar’s record-breaking performance came on the same day when Sumit Antil shattered his own world record in the Men’s Javelin F64 event. With a stunning throw of 73.29m, Antil’s achievement added to India’s medal haul and exemplified the remarkable standards of para athletics in the country.
India’s athletes excelled across various disciplines on this remarkable day. The country secured a total of 30 medals, including six gold, eight silver, and 16 bronze across archery, badminton, athletics, table tennis, and powerlifting. The performance was nothing short of spectacular and reaffirmed India’s prowess in para sports.
The 2023 Asian Para Games witnessed India’s para athletes making history with their incredible performances. Sundar Singh Gurjar’s world record-breaking throw in the Men’s F46 Javelin was not only a personal triumph but also a testament to the growing dominance of Indian para athletes on the global stage. With a podium sweep in this event and Sumit Antil’s world record in the Men’s Javelin F64, India showcased its strength, dedication, and unyielding spirit in para sports. This historic day is a proud moment for the nation and a symbol of the bright future that awaits India in the world of sports.
