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Asian Para Games 2024 Athletics: Deepthi Jeevani sets new Asian record to win 400m gold

Jeevanji scorched the track in Kobe, Japan, on Monday, Jeevanji’s victory adds to her impressive track record. She secured another gold medal at the 2023 Asian Para Games in the same event, leaving her competitors in the dust. clocking a phenomenal 55.06 seconds in the women’s 400m T20 category. This not only secured her the gold medal but also shattered the world record! Her dominance was evident even before the finals, as she set a new Asian record with a time of 56.18 seconds during the qualifying round.

Jeevanji’s victory adds to her impressive track record. She secured another gold medal at the 2023 Asian Para Games in the same event, leaving her competitors in the dust.

There is yet more to India’s remarkable performance at the Para Athletics World Championships. Yogesh Kathuniya demonstrated his extraordinary talent by winning a silver medal in the men’s F56 discus throw. Preethi Pal added to India’s increasing medal total when she won a bronze in the women’s 200m T35 division.

Furthermore, Tokyo 2020 Paralympics silver medalist Nishad Kumar continued his impressive form with a season-best jump of 1.99 meters in the men’s high jump T47 final. Ram Pal also displayed his skills, finishing sixth with a season-best jump of 1.90 meters.

This is a fantastic showing for India at the Para Athletics World Championships, highlighting the dedication and talent of its para-athletes!

Tirri Venkat Vinod

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