Nishad Kumar Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Men's High Jump T47
The high jump triumph capped a historic 24 hours for Kumar, who also claimed top honours in the men’s long jump T47 on Monday with a personal-best leap of 7.11 metres.
Two-time Paralympic medallist Nishad Kumar produced a commanding display to capture the gold medal in the men’s high jump T47 event on Day 2 of the 2026 Asian Para Games. The Indian star cleared a Games-record height of 2.04 metres to outclass the field, securing his second gold of the competition following his victory in the long jump T47 a day earlier. Pranav Soorma Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Discuss Throw Men's F51/F52/F53.
Record-Breaking Clearance
Competing at the Mizuho Athletic Stadium, Kumar exhibited flawless rhythm throughout his progression over the bar. He navigated 1.88m, 1.94m, and 1.98m on his initial attempts before sailing over 2.02m to establish early authority.
With the gold medal secured, the Himachal Pradesh athlete raised the bar to 2.04 metres, clearing it on his first attempt to etch a new Asian Para Games record into the books. Kumar subsequently attempted 2.06m in an effort to extend his mark further, but was unable to clear the height, bringing an end to an exceptional jumping series.
Podium Finishers
Uzbekistan’s Muhammadabdulloh Tursunjonov claimed the silver medal after achieving a personal-best clearance of 1.94 metres. The Uzbek competitor attempted 1.96m to push Kumar further but fouled, cementing the Indian jumper's victory. Thailand’s Angkarn Chanaboon took the bronze medal with a best clearance of 1.75 metres. Deepthi Jeevanji Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Women’s 400m T20.
A Rare Double at the Asian Para Games
The high jump triumph capped a historic 24 hours for Kumar, who also claimed top honours in the men’s long jump T47 on Monday with a personal-best leap of 7.11 metres.
Having already secured silver medals at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Paralympic Games in the high jump T47 category, Kumar's commanding double in Aichi-Nagoya further establishes his status as one of the world's most versatile para-athletes. His performance led another prolific session for India’s track and field contingent, which also completed a 1–2–3 clean sweep in the men’s discus throw final.
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