Sachin Khilari Wins Silver Medal In Men's Shot At Paris Paralympics

05:49 PM Sep 04, 2024 | G Plus News

 

GUWAHATI: Indian para-athlete Sachin Khilari won a silver medal in the men’s shot put F46 final at the Paris Paralympics on Wednesday, September 4, achieving India's first shot put medal at the Paralympics in 30 years.

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Khilari, who is visually impaired, achieved a best throw of 16.32 meters to secure the silver medal. This victory is Khilari's first-ever silver at the Paralympics.



The gold medal was won by Poland's Michal Leptych with a throw of 17.02 meters.