Haney wins Javelin gold medal in Asian Para Game 2026 (Credit: ANI)
\n\nIndian para-athlete Haney broke the world record with a throw of 60.49 meters to win gold in the men's javelin throw F37/38 category at the 2026 Asian Para Games on Friday, adding to India's increasing medal total at the continental tournament. Haney completed an incredible performance in Japan with his world record-breaking effort in his last try to take the top spot on the podium. Two days prior, he had won bronze with a personal best of 57.04 meters in the men's F37 discus throw. His most recent accomplishment contributed to the Indian team's successful day. Para-athlete Sandeep also set a world record in the men's 400-meter T64 race, and the team had already crossed the milestone of 100 medals, on Friday.
\n\nSandeep clocked 52.28 seconds to win gold, surpassing the previous T44 world record held by Saudi Arabia's Nour Alsana by more than half a second. India's Ajay Kumar also secured bronze in the event with a time of 53.61 seconds. India's medal charge on Day 5 also featured gold medals in para badminton and para archery. Nitesh Kumar defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat 21-18, 21-16 in the…
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