Three Medals, One Nation: India Sweep Men’s F46 Shot Put at Asian Para Games 2026

Sachin Sarjerao Khilari defended his men’s shot put F46 title with a Games-record throw of 15.87 metres at the 2026 Asian Para Games, leading India to a clean sweep of the medals.

Khilari produced his record-breaking effort on his sixth and final attempt, surpassing the previous mark of 15.67 metres to secure gold. Mohammed Yasser claimed silver with 15.06 metres and Parveen took bronze with 14.94 metres, completing a memorable podium sweep for India.

Khilari Defends His Crown in Record Style 

Khilari’s winning throw carried significance beyond the gold medal. At 15.87 metres, it surpassed the previous Asian Para Games record of 15.67 metres, setting a new benchmark for the event.

The timing made the achievement especially compelling. Rather than simply holding on to his title, Khilari improved on the existing record with his final effort, finishing the competition with a statement performance.

The victory also extends an impressive run on the international stage. 

Khilari won gold at the 2023 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou and followed it with silver in the men’s F46 shot put at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. His latest success in Aichi-Nagoya confirms his continued presence among the leading athletes in his discipline.

Yasser and Parveen Round Off India’s Podium Sweep 

While Khilari led the headlines, India’s achievement depended on the performances of all three athletes.

Mohammed Yasser secured silver with a throw of 15.06 metres, recorded in the third round. Parveen finished third with 14.94 metres to take bronze. Their efforts ensured that the gold, silver and bronze medals all went to India.

The result gave the country a clean sweep in the men’s F46 shot put, an achievement that deserves to be viewed alongside Khilari’s individual record. India did not simply produce the event’s champion; it had the two other athletes needed to complete the podium.

Yasser and Parveen’s medals also gave the result greater depth, showing that India’s success extended beyond one standout performance. Together, the three athletes turned a gold-medal victory into a collective national achievement.

One Record, Three Medals, One Indian Sweep

The F46 classification is for field athletes with certain upper-limb impairments, including an amputation above or below the elbow, or an equivalent impairment.Athletes compete standing and rely on coordinated movement and power from their bodies to generate distance.

Against that competitive backdrop, India’s one-two-three finish was a notable demonstration of its strength in the discipline. Khilari’s record-breaking throw provided the defining moment, while Yasser and Parveen ensured the country claimed the full set of medals.

The result also adds another chapter to Khilari’s growing international record. From defending his Asian Para Games title to improving the Games mark, his performance in Aichi-Nagoya reinforced his status as one of India’s leading para-athletes.