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Shailesh Kumar clinches gold as India sweeps men's high jump T63 at Asian Para Games in Japan
Indian high jumper Shailesh Kumar set a new Games record to win gold, while India also secured silver and bronze, completing a podium sweep at the Asian Para Games in Japan.
Indian athlete Shailesh Kumar won the gold medal in the men's high jump T63 event at the Asian Para Games held in Japan, setting a new Games record in the process. His performance capped a historic clean sweep for India, as the nation also claimed the silver and bronze medals in the same competition.
The podium sweep marks the first time India has occupied all three medal positions in a single event at the Asian Para Games, underscoring the country's growing strength in para athletics. Kumar's record-breaking jump not only secured the top spot but also raised the standard for future competitors.
Officials and teammates hailed the achievement as a milestone for Indian para sport, highlighting the dedication and training that led to the historic result. The success adds to India's overall medal tally at the Games and boosts expectations for upcoming international para athletics events.
The podium sweep marks the first time India has occupied all three medal positions in a single event at the Asian Para Games, underscoring the country's growing strength in para athletics. Kumar's record-breaking jump not only secured the top spot but also raised the standard for future competitors.
Officials and teammates hailed the achievement as a milestone for Indian para sport, highlighting the dedication and training that led to the historic result. The success adds to India's overall medal tally at the Games and boosts expectations for upcoming international para athletics events.