India’s Sumit Antil won gold in the men’s F64 javelin final at the Tokyo Paralympics with a record throw of 70.59m, while Sri Lanka’s Dulan Kodithuwakka took silver. Brazil’s Gabriel Araújo also won gold in the men’s S2 200m freestyle final. In athletics, Ukraine’s Ihor Tsvietov secured gold in the T35 100m final. Great Britain’s Nathan Macqueen and Jodie Grinham clinched gold in the mixed team compound open archery event.
Paralympic records were broken, with Costa Rica’s Guity Guity setting a new record in the men’s T64 100m final and USA’s Morgan Stickney breaking the Paralympic record in the women’s S7 400m freestyle final. Great Britain’s Ellie Challis also won gold in the women’s S3 50m backstroke event.
Stephen McGuire of Great Britain claimed gold in boccia, while Alfie Hewitt advanced to the men’s singles quarter-finals in tennis. Jonnie Peacock expressed his desire for equal opportunities for para-sprinters at the Diamond League. Overall, Great Britain has won 26 gold medals and 50 medals in total at the Paralympics.
The Paralympics have been filled with emotional victories, inspiring performances, and record-breaking achievements. Athletes from around the world have showcased their talent and determination, making history and inspiring future generations of para-athletes. It has been a successful and memorable event, celebrating the power of sport and the resilience of the human spirit.
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