In a spectacular display of skill and determination, Pranav Soorma has qualified for the Paris Paralympics by setting a new world record.
At the recent trials conducted in Bengaluru, Pranav achieved a throw of 37.23 meters in the F51 category club throw, surpassing the previous world record of 36.22 meters by more than a meter.
Reflecting on his achievement, Pranav said, “Not winning a medal at the World Para Athletics World Championship held at Kobe in May was a disappointment. My coach Naval Singh and I went back to the basics and worked harder. Now going to Paris, this performance has boosted my confidence.”
Naval Singh, Pranav’s coach, also shared his thoughts, “Pranav has always been a hard worker, but sometimes outside noise can break a player’s concentration. My job was to bring his focus back to his game. I am very sure that he will make the country proud at the Paris Paralympics.”
Pranav’s journey to becoming a world-class athlete is a story of resilience and perseverance. After a life-changing accident left him with a spinal cord injury, Pranav turned to sports as a way to regain his strength and purpose. His dedication paid off when he won a gold medal at the Asian Games held in Hangzhou in 2023, establishing himself as a formidable competitor on the international stage.
Pranav’s remarkable performance and his unwavering commitment to his sport have set a high benchmark and generated excitement for his participation in the upcoming Paralympics.
