Indian Club Throwers Shine: Dharambir Sets Asian Record in Men's F51 Event

Dharambir broke the Asian record to secure the gold medal while Pranav Soorma won silver, as Indian athletes dominated the Men's F51 club throw event at the Paralympics. With his fifth throw, Dharambir achieved 34.92m, while Soorma’s first attempt measured 34.59m. Amit Kumar finished last in the event.

In a remarkable performance at the Paralympics, Dharambir set a new Asian record to clinch the gold medal in the men's F51 club throw event. His compatriot Pranav Soorma secured the silver medal, making it a one-two finish for India.

Dharambir, a 35-year-old world championships bronze medallist from Sonepat, achieved the top spot with a throw of 34.92m on his fifth attempt, following four fouled attempts. Soorma, who sustained a spinal injury at 16, made his best throw of 34.59m in his first attempt, securing the silver.

The third Indian competitor, Amit Kumar, a 2017 world championship silver medallist, finished last with a best effort of 23.96m. Serbia's Filip Graovac took the bronze with a 34.18m throw in his second attempt. The F51 club throw event is characterized by athletes who compete seated, relying on shoulder and arm strength.

(With inputs from agencies.)