How Did India Achieve Its Best Performance at WPAC 2025?
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Synopsis
India's remarkable achievement at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 has set a new benchmark with a historic medal tally. With 22 medals, including 6 golds, the nation has showcased its athletic prowess on home soil. Discover the highlights and key moments that led to this unprecedented success.
Key Takeaways
- India's total medal count: 22 medals (6 gold, 9 silver, 7 bronze).
- Record-setting performances: Three Championship Records and seven Asian Records were established.
- Simran's achievements: Secured both gold and silver medals.
- Brazil's performance: Topped the medal table for the first time.
- International participation: 44 nations won at least one medal.
New Delhi, Oct 5 (NationPress) India took full advantage of its home ground to achieve the most remarkable performance and medal count in the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, securing 22 medals (6 gold, 9 silver, 7 bronze) and finishing in 10th place at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Sunday.
In addition to the 22 medals, Indian athletes established three Championship Records, seven Asian Records, and registered nine fourth-place finishes along with over 30 personal bests during this inaugural hosting of the World Para Athletics Championships.
Despite finishing 10th, India celebrated its largest medal haul in any edition of the World Championships, with notable contributions from athletes like Simran, who secured silver in the women’s 100m T12, Preeti Pal in the women’s 100m T35, and Navdeep in men’s Javelin Throw T41, alongside Sandeep’s bronze medal in men’s 200m T44.
Simran’s exceptional run resulted in an Asian Record of 24.46 seconds, which earned her a silver medal after Venezuela’s Alejandra Paola Perez Lopez was disqualified for a rule infraction regarding pulling, sling-shotting, and assistance.
Simran stood out as the star performer of the Championships, clinching both a gold and silver medal, while Preeti Pal also impressed by winning a silver and a bronze. Compared to last year's sixth-place finish with fewer medals, India can take pride in the improved performance across numerous athletes who reached the podium.
Following Simran's silver medal ruling, the Jury mandated a re-run of the women’s 100m T35 final due to a gun malfunction at the start. Preeti Pal seized this chance to secure silver.
On the final day, Brazil’s sprinters Jerusa Geber (200m T11) and Clara D Barros Da Silva (200m T12) triumphed, aiding their nation in claiming the top spot in the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships.
In a significant shift, China did not dominate the medal table for the first time since finishing sixth in 2013. Brazil emerged victorious with 15 gold, 20 silver, and 9 bronze medals totaling 44. China, which had led the table in five consecutive editions from 2015 to 2024, finished second with 13 gold, 22 silver, and 17 bronze.
Chinese athletes secured three gold medals in the final session, but Brazil's robust performance, particularly from its sprinters, allowed them to maintain their lead in the medal count. This marked a commendable achievement for Brazil after finishing as runners-up in the previous three editions.
Over the course of nine days, a remarkable 35 World Records and 104 Championship Records were established on the newly laid Mondo track at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium. This tally of 35 World Records matched that of Paris 2023 and exceeded last year’s event in Kobe, Japan, by 14. A total of 44 nations won at least one gold medal, and 63 countries returned home with at least one medal.
The final results (selected):
Men
100m T63: 1. Puseletso Michael Mabote (South Africa) 12.03 seconds (New Championships Record. Old: 12.06, Puseletso Michael Mabote, 2025); 2. Partic (Indonesia) 12.26; 3. Daniel Wagner (Denmark) 12.28.
200m T44: 1. Marco Cicchetti (Italy) 23.00 seconds; 2. Pavlo Kaplun (Ukraine) 23.12; 3. Sandeep (India) 23.60.
Women
100m T35: 1. Guo Qianqian (China) 14.24 seconds; 2. Preeti Pal (India) 14.33; 3. Fatimah Suwaed (Iraq) 14.39.
200m T11: 1. Jerusa Geber (Brazil) 24.88 seconds; 2. Liu Yiming (China) 25.54; 3. Thalita V Simplicio Da Silva (Brazil) 25.97.
Point of View
It is evident that India has demonstrated immense growth and determination in para athletics, establishing itself as a rising power on the global stage. The impressive medal tally and record-setting performances underscore the potential of our athletes. This success is not merely a reflection of talent but also of the hard work and dedication that has gone into preparing for this moment.
NationPress
05/10/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What was India's medal tally at WPAC 2025?
India achieved a historic total of 22 medals at the World Para Athletics Championships 2025, comprising 6 gold, 9 silver, and 7 bronze.
Where were the World Para Athletics Championships 2025 held?
The Championships were held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, India.
Who was the standout athlete for India?
Simran emerged as a standout athlete, winning both a gold and a silver medal during the Championships.
How many records were set during the event?
A remarkable 35 World Records and 104 Championship Records were established throughout the nine days of competition.
Which country topped the medal table?
Brazil topped the medal table with a total of 44 medals, including 15 gold, during the 2025 Championships.
