Pranav Soorma Wins Gold at Asian Para Games

On 20th October 2026, Indian para-athlete Pranav Soorma won the gold medal in the men's discus throw F51/52/53 event at the Asian Para Games 2026 held in Japan.

New Asian Record: Pranav created a new Asian record in the F51 category by throwing the discus 11.66 meters. In the combined event, he secured 932 Raza points.
India's Ram Ratan Singh won the silver medal in this event. Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Pranav Soorma on his achievement.
Discus Throw: Known as Chakka Pheonk in Hindi, athletes attempt to throw a discus as far as possible from a designated circle.
F51/52/53 Category: These are throwing event categories in para-athletics for athletes with physical disabilities. Athletes compete from a seated position.