Simran Sharma Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Women's 200m T12

Indian sprinter Simran Sharma delivered a commanding performance to capture the gold medal in the women’s 200m T12 final on Day 5 of the 2026 Asian Para Games. Clocking a Games record time of 24.80 seconds, the reigning world champion led a double podium celebration for India, with compatriot Tejalben Damor clinching the bronze medal. Deepthi Jeevanji Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Women’s 400m T20.

Running in the visually impaired T12 classification, Simran established an early lead off the bend, showing blistering acceleration down the final straight. Her winning time of 24.80 seconds proved insurmountable for the rest of the field, holding off a late charge from Iran’s Hajjar Safarzadeh, who took silver in 25.02 seconds.

The race ended on an even higher note for the Indian contingent as Tejalben Damor produced a spirited sprint, clocking a personal best of 25.23 seconds to secure bronze ahead of China’s Yaqin Shen (26.49s).

Building on Global Success

Simran’s victory in Aichi-Nagoya further solidifies her status as one of international para-athletics' leading sprinters. Having previously won gold at the World Para Athletics Championships and claimed bronze at the Paris 2024 Paralympics, the New Delhi-based athlete entered the continental event as the clear favourite. Manish Narwal Wins Silver Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Shooting P1-Men’s 10m Air Pistol SH1.

Her transition from regional contender to multi-medal champion on the global stage reflects steady progress under guide runners and coaches, cementing her position as a dominant force in visually impaired sprint categories.

India’s Surging Track and Field Tally

The 200m T12 result marked another productive morning for the Indian contingent at the Aichi-Nagoya Games. Simran’s gold and Damor’s bronze arrived alongside a flurry of podium finishes across para-athletics, shooting, powerlifting, and table tennis on Tuesday, propelling India higher in the overall medal table.

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