Pranav Soorma Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Discuss Throw Men's F51/F52/F53
The victory marks another milestone in Soorma’s international career. A Paralympic silver medallist in the club throw F51 from Paris 2024 and an Asian Para Games gold medallist at Hangzhou, Soorma transitioned successfully into continental discus contention in Aichi-Nagoya.
Indian para-athlete Pranav Soorma clinched the gold medal in the men’s discus throw F51/F52/F53 event on Day 2 of the 2026 Asian Para Games. Producing an Asian record mark of 11.66 metres to amass 932 Raza points, Soorma spearheaded a dominant one-two finish for India alongside compatriot Ram Ratan Singh, who secured the silver medal. Simran Sharma Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Women's 200m T12.
Record-Breaking Series in Nagoya
Soorma displayed composure throughout his series of six attempts in the seated throwing circle. He opened his campaign with a measured throw of 10.79 metres before fouling on his second attempt.
The Haryana athlete regained his momentum on his third effort with an 11.35-metre mark before unleashing his decisive fourth throw of 11.66 metres. That effort established an Asian record in the F51 category, translating to a competition-leading 932 Raza points. Soorma closed out his sequence with throws of 11.54m and 10.59m to confirm his position at the summit of the combined classification standings.
India Secures Double Podium
Compatriot Ram Ratan Singh completed India’s clean sweep of the top two spots. Despite opening with a foul, Singh recovered in round two with a throw of 10.35 metres, which earned him 809 Raza points. Subsequent throws of 10.02m and 10.13m proved sufficient to fend off the rest of the field, ensuring India walked away with both gold and silver medals from the event. Deepthi Jeevanji Wins Gold Medal at Asian Para Games 2026 in Women’s 400m T20.
Expanding Continental Success
The victory marks another milestone in Soorma’s international career. A Paralympic silver medallist in the club throw F51 from Paris 2024 and an Asian Para Games gold medallist at Hangzhou, Soorma transitioned successfully into continental discus contention in Aichi-Nagoya.
His performance formed part of a prolific morning for the Indian contingent on Tuesday, which also featured podium finishes across para-athletics, shooting, and powerlifting.
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