Mohammad Saber won a gold medal in the F33 shot put event by breaking the record at the 2026 Nagoya Para Asian Games. This achievement came on the second day of the competitions, where he recorded a distance of 10.95 meters, not only securing the championship but also breaking the previous record held by Mohammad Reza Ahmadi. Ahmadi had set this title in the 2018 Jakarta Games with a record of 9.92 meters.
Victory in Tough Competitions
In this competition, Mohammad Saber competed against athletes from five different countries and managed to outperform representatives from Saudi Arabia and Uzbekistan with an outstanding performance. This was the fourth gold medal for Iran's delegation at the Nagoya Para Asian Games, demonstrating the strong determination and will of these athletes to bring honor to their country.
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Erfan Banderi and Remarkable Record-Breaking
Following this success, Erfan Banderi also won a gold medal in the F53/F54 javelin throw event with a record of 30.24 meters. Banderi recorded impressive distances in all six of his throws, showcasing his ability and hard training. In this competition, two Indian athletes finished in second and third place, but neither could come close to Banderi's record.
This was Iran's fifth gold medal at the Nagoya Para Asian Games, highlighting the unwavering determination of our athletes in this major event.
Amir Hossein Alipour and Successful Throws
Amir Hossein Alipour, another representative of Iran in the F11 shot put event, broke the games record with a throw of 14.70 meters and won the gold medal. This success continues his outstanding performance from the Paris Paralympics, making him one of the prominent athletes. Mehdi Olad, another Iranian representative in this event, won the silver medal with a record of 13.93 meters.
Hasan Bajlond, another Iranian representative, finished in fifth place with a record of 11.11 meters and concluded his participation. With these championships, the number of gold medals for Iran's delegation reached seven, reflecting the relentless efforts and hard work of these athletes.
The 2026 Nagoya Para Asian Games clearly demonstrate the high capabilities of Iranian athletes who, despite challenges, achieve great successes and keep Iran's name alive on international stages.
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