Sumit Antil won gold in the men’s javelin throw F64 category at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, on 23 October 2026. His second-attempt throw of 72.46 metres secured the title and helped him defend his previous Asian Para Games crown. The Indian athlete, a two-time Paralympic champion, once again showed his strength in international para athletics.

Antil is also the world record holder in the F64 javelin event. His latest gold adds to his achievements and highlights India’s continued performance in para sports.

Sumit Antil Secures Gold with a 72.46-Metre Throw

The men’s javelin F64 event brought together athletes competing under a classification designed for sportspersons with eligible lower-limb impairments. Antil produced his winning throw of 72.46 metres on his second attempt.

Although his winning distance was below his personal world record, it was enough to secure the top position in the event. His world record stands at 74.82 metres, set in May 2026.

Antil had also set an Asian Para Games record of 73.29 metres in 2023. These results show the level of performance he has reached in international competition, even as athletes continue to work towards improving their distances.

India Wins More Medals in the Javelin Event

India enjoyed further success in the combined men’s javelin event covering the F42–F44 and F61–F64 classes. Indian athletes won silver and bronze alongside Antil’s gold.

Mahendra Gurjar secured silver in the F42 category with a throw of 59.03 metres. Sandip Sargar won bronze in the F44 category with a distance of 64.48 metres.

Both athletes set Games records in their respective classifications, making the result particularly important for the Indian team. Their performances showed that India’s strength in para javelin extends beyond a single athlete.

The medals also highlighted the range of abilities and classifications represented in para athletics. Athletes compete under categories intended to support fair competition among participants with similar eligible impairments.

What Is the F64 Javelin Classification?

Para athletics uses different classifications to organise competition according to an athlete’s eligible impairment and the demands of the event.

The letter F refers to field events, such as javelin throw, shot put and discus throw. The letter T is used for track events, including running competitions.

The F64 class includes athletes with eligible lower-limb impairments who compete using a prosthesis. Classification helps create a more consistent competitive environment while allowing athletes with disabilities to compete at the highest level.

The classification system is an important part of para sports because athletes can have different impairments that affect how they perform a particular event. The system is designed to limit the effect of impairment on the outcome of competition as far as possible.

Sumit Antil’s World Record and Career

Sumit Antil has become one of India’s leading para-athletes through his performances in international javelin competitions. He is a two-time Paralympic champion and has repeatedly delivered strong results at major events.

His F64 world record of 74.82 metres, set in May 2026, demonstrates his ability to throw beyond the distances achieved in many international competitions. His Asian Para Games record from 2023 was 73.29 metres.

The 72.46-metre throw that won gold in 2026 was shorter than both records, but winning a championship depends on the results recorded during that particular event. Antil’s performance was sufficient to finish ahead of the other competitors in his category.

His achievements have also helped increase public interest in para athletics in India. Success at major competitions can bring greater attention to the training, discipline and support required by athletes with disabilities.

India’s Medal Tally at the 2026 Asian Para Games

India’s reported medal tally at the Aichi-Nagoya Games reached 114 medals, comprising 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze.

The results reflect contributions from athletes across different para-sport disciplines. Events such as javelin throw provide opportunities for athletes with different eligible impairments to compete at an international level.

The Asian Para Games bring together athletes with disabilities from countries across Asia. The competition gives athletes an opportunity to represent their nations, test their performance against strong opponents and pursue personal and national sporting goals.

Antil’s gold, together with the medals won by Mahendra Gurjar and Sandip Sargar, made the men’s javelin event a strong result for India. Their performances also drew attention to the depth of Indian talent in para athletics.