Did Yogesh Kathuniya Win Silver at WPAC 2025?
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Synopsis
At the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, India's Yogesh Kathuniya secured a silver medal in the F56 discus throw, while Saudi sprinter Naif Almasrahi shattered the world record in the men's 100m T44 with an astounding 10.94 seconds. Discover the highlights and records set at this thrilling event.
Key Takeaways
- Yogesh Kathuniya secured silver in the F56 discus throw.
- Naif Almasrahi set a new world record in men's 100m T44.
- Yassine Gharbi returned to the podium after a long absence.
- Multiple Championship Records were set during the event.
- India continues to showcase its prowess in para athletics.
New Delhi, Sep 30 (NationPress) Yogesh Kathuniya, an F56 discus thrower from India, has added another silver medal to the nation's medal tally at the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships. Meanwhile, Naif Almasrahi from Saudi Arabia achieved a remarkable feat by breaking the world record in the men’s 100m T44 final with a time of 10.94 seconds, during the event held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on Tuesday.
In addition, several athletes set new Championship Records, including David Dzhatiev (Neutral Para Athlete) in the men’s 200m T35, David Jose Pineda Mejia (Spain) in the men’s 400m T20, and Yassine Gharbi from Tunisia in the men’s 400m T54, all of whom received enthusiastic cheers from the home crowd.
Yogesh, aspiring for his first global gold, ultimately clinched silver, as all six throws from Brazilian champion Claudiney Batista exceeded his best of 42.49 meters. At 28 years old, this marks Kathuniya's third successive silver at the World Championships, complementing his two silver medals from the Paralympics.
“Winning silver on my home ground is a unique experience,” Yogesh shared. “With my family present, the atmosphere was electrifying. Unlike the pressure I felt during the Paris Paralympics, the crowd's support here allowed me to focus more on the process than the pursuit of gold.”
His coach, Lakhwinder Singh, remarked that while they hoped for a medal of a different color, the result was the product of meticulous planning. “We aimed for a throw between 44m and 45m, though the distance fell short of his personal best,” he commented.
Meanwhile, Almarsrahi, who set the only world record that morning, expressed his astonishment, saying, “I wasn’t ready for this time. My mind was set for 11 seconds, but my competitor’s speed compelled me to push harder.”
Yassine Gharbi celebrated an emotional win in the men’s 400m T54 final, marking his return to the top after a six-year hiatus due to a ban from competition following a positive test for Boldenone in December 2020. Gharbi had missed both the Paralympic Games and two World Championships during that period.
The race commenced with Dai Yungqiang from China, gold medallist from the Paris 2024 Paralympics, and Athiwat Paeng-Nuea from Thailand, who had set a new Championship Record in the heats. However, the Tunisian athlete excelled in the latter half, finishing first.
David Dzhatiev achieved his second consecutive gold in the men’s 200m T35 final, outperforming Ihor Tsvietov (Ukraine) and world record holder Dmitrii Safronov, completing the race in 23.01 seconds.
As the medal table fluctuated, Brazil seized the lead with gold in Discus Throw, now tallying 5 gold, 10 silver, and 2 bronze medals, while China follows with 4 gold, 7 silver, and 4 bronze. India occupies the seventh position with 2 gold, 3 silver, and 1 bronze.
Final results:
Men
100m T44: 1. Naif Almasrahi (Saudi Arabia) 10.94 seconds (New World Record); 2. Matheus de Lima (Brazil) 10.99; 3. Marco Cicchetti (Italy) 11.46.
200m T35: 1. David Dzhatiev (Neutral Para Athlete) 23.01 seconds (New Championships Record); 2. Dmitrii Safronov (Neutral Para Athlete) 23.13; 3. Ihor Tsvietov (Ukraine) 23.64.
400m T20: 1. David Jose Pineda Mejia (Spain) 47.12 seconds (New Championships Record); 2. Daniel Tavares Martins (Brazil) 47.50; 3. Idris Sufyani (Saudi Arabia) 47.55.
400m T54: 1. Yassine Gharbi (Tunisia) 44.96 seconds (New Championships Record); 2. Athiwat Paeng-Nuea (Thailand) 45.29; 3. Dai Yungqiang (China) 45.44.
1500m T13: 1. Joel Gomez (USA) 3:57.71; 2. Alexandr Kostin (Neutral Para Athlete) 3:57.80; 3. Jaryd Clifford (Australia) 3:58.87.
Long Jump T12: 1. Fernando Vazquez (Argentina) 7.01m; 2. Iher Sauchuk (Neutral Para Athlete) 6.89; 3. Andreas Walser (Germany) 6.81.
Shot Put F41: 1. Niko Kappel (Germany) 13.34m; 2. Bobirjon Omonov (Uzbekistan) 12.36; 3. Aiaal Sivtsev (Neutral Para Athlete) 11.98.
Discus Throw F56: 1. Claudiney Batista (Brazil) 45.67m; 2. Yogesh Kathuniya (India) 42.49; 3. Konstantinos Tzounis (Greece) 39.97.
Women
Shot Put F54: 1. Gloria Zarca (Mexico) 7.97m; 2. Elizabeth Rodrigues Gomes (Brazil) 7.78; 3. Elham Salehi (Iran) 7.17; 6. Keerthika Jayachandran (India) 6.25.
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Point of View
It is essential to recognize the extraordinary achievements of our athletes on home soil. Yogesh Kathuniya's silver medal reflects the dedication and hard work of athletes across India, while Naif Almasrahi's world record is a testament to the spirit of competition at the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships. NationPress stands proudly behind these inspiring stories.
NationPress
30/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What medal did Yogesh Kathuniya win at WPAC 2025?
Yogesh Kathuniya won a silver medal in the F56 discus throw at the 2025 World Para Athletics Championships.
Who set a new world record in men's 100m T44?
Naif Almasrahi from Saudi Arabia set a new world record in the men's 100m T44, clocking 10.94 seconds.
Where was the WPAC 2025 held?
The 2025 World Para Athletics Championships were held at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi, India.
What is the significance of the medals won by Yogesh Kathuniya?
Yogesh Kathuniya's silver medal at WPAC 2025 is his third consecutive silver at the World Championships, showcasing his consistent performance.
Which athlete celebrated a comeback at the WPAC 2025?
Yassine Gharbi of Tunisia celebrated an emotional victory in the men’s 400m T54 final, marking his return to the podium after a six-year absence.
