Sangrur, May 9 -- Two-time Asian Games gold medallist in men's shot put, Tajinderpal Singh Toor, delivered a commanding performance at the fifth leg of the Indian Athletics Series held in Sangrur, Punjab, on Saturday. He recorded his best throw of 19.97 metres to secure a dominant showing in the event, as per a release from the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).

Punjab's 31-year-old seasoned thrower is gearing up for the upcoming major domestic competition later this month in Ranchi.

"Main goal this season is to peak in major international meets," said Tajinderpal Singh Toor, who won gold at the 2018 and 2022 Asian Games.

Toor's season best of 21.03m was recorded earlier in April at the Delhi leg of the Indian Athletics Series.

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