Aichi-Nagoya, Oct. 19 -- Rinku Hooda clinched gold in the Men's Javelin Throw F46 event at the ongoing Para Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Monday, leading India to a one-two finish alongside compatriot Ajeet Singh Yadav, who secured silver.

Hooda's journey to gold at the Para Asian Games 2026 was marked by personal loss, injury and limited preparation.

After winning bronze in 2018 and silver in 2022, Hooda completed his medal progression by clinching gold in the Men's Javelin Throw F46 event.

However, the triumph came after a difficult period, as the loss of his mother earlier this year and subsequent shoulder pain disrupted his training.

He revealed that he had to rest completely for 15 to 20 days and avoid upper-body workouts, relyi...