India’s Dipesh Kumar Battles Paris Paralympics Javelin Event

Dipesh Kumar, a 19-year-old Indian javelin thrower, finished last in the final of the men's F54 event at the Paris Paralympics with a best throw of 26.11. Despite a gold medal win at the Khelo India Para Games in December 2023, he fell short of the podium finish.

India's Dipesh Kumar finished last in the final of the men's javelin throw F54 event at the Paris Paralympics on Friday.

The 19-year-old Indian finished at the bottom in a seven-men field with a best throw of 26.11 meters. Despite having won a gold medal in the Khelo India Para Games at New Delhi in December 2023, Dipesh was unable to achieve the 30-meter mark needed to contend for a podium finish. The F54 classification includes athletes competing from a seated position, often involving different disability groups, including individuals with spinal cord injuries.

Competing under challenging circumstances, Kumar's performance demonstrated resilience and determination, representing a significant achievement in his athletic career.

(With inputs from agencies.)