New Delhi, Oct. 21 -- Indian para athlete Rinku Hooda had a day to remember at the 2026 Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya on Monday, as he won gold in the men's javelin throw F46 competition.

Hooda produced a season-best effort of 65.11 metres to finish ahead of compatriot Ajeet Singh, who won silver with a throw of 65.02 metres, thus giving India a one-two finish in the event. Indonesia's R Saktyono secured bronze with a throw of 55.30 metres.

However, Hooda's road to glory at the ongoing Asian Para Games hasn't been easy. He suffered a personal tragedy as he lost his mother in August. However, the loss of his mother didn't demotivate him despite being disturbed in his mind over the last couple of months.

He overcame his personal loss ...