Paralympic Achievements:
- Tokyo 2020 Paralympics (held in 2021): Sumit clinched the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F64 category with a world record throw of 68.55 meters. Notably, he broke his own world record multiple times during this competition.
- Paris 2024 Paralympics: He successfully defended his title by winning another gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F64 category, setting a new Paralympic record with a throw of 70.59 meters.
World Championships:
- 2023 World Para Athletics Championships: Sumit secured the gold medal, further establishing his dominance in the F64 javelin category.
Asian Para Games:
- 2022 Asian Para Games: He won the gold medal and set a new para-javelin record with a throw of 73.29 meters. en.wikipedia.org
National Recognition and Awards:
- Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (2021): This is India’s highest sporting honor, awarded to Sumit in recognition of his outstanding achievements in para-athletics. en.wikipedia.org
- Padma Shri Award (2022): The Government of India honored him with the Padma Shri, the country’s fourth-highest civilian award, acknowledging his contributions to sports
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