Asian Para Games: Sandeep Clinches Gold with World Record, Ajay Kumar Takes Bronze in Men’s 400m T64

At the Asian Para Games 2026, Sandeep scripted history after winning a gold medal. He established a new T44 world record by winning gold in the men’s 400m T64 event. According to the reports, his compatriot Ajay Kumar took bronze as India reached the 100 medal milestone at the Asian Para Games.

Sandeep gave a wonderful performance. Sandeep, who beat Saudi Arabia’s Nour Alsana’s prior T44 globe record by more than half a second, finished in 52.28 seconds to claim the title. With a time of 53.61 seconds, Ajay clinched a bronze medal for India, securing a double podium, reports ANI.

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Now, let’s take a look at the other games. In the men’s singles SL3 badminton final, Nitesh Kumar defeated compatriot Pramod Bhagat 21-18, 21-16 to take home the gold medal, while Pramod had to settle for sliver.

🇮🇳 100 MEDALS CROSSED WITH A WORLD RECORD!🇮🇳 A landmark moment for Bharat! Heartiest congratulations to debutant Sandeep for winning Gold and setting a new World Record (42.28s) to secure India’s 100th medal, alongside Ajay Kumar who brilliantly clinched Bronze in the Men’s 400m T64 at the Asian Para Games 2026. History is made at the #AsianParaGames2026 as Bharat reaches the magical 100-medal milestone in spectacular fashion! #Cheer4Bharat — Dr Mansukh Mandaviya (@mansukhmandviya) October 23, 2026

According to the reports, the Indian contingent requires 12 more medals to break that record with just one and a half days left in the competition. The two medals gave India a total of 100 medals, consisting of 25 gold, 32 silver and 43 bronze medals.