Suvarna Raj Wins Gold in Women's F54 Discus at Asian Para Games 2026

Suvarna Raj won the gold medal in the women's F54 discus throw at the Asian Para Games 2026, held in Nagoya on October 22, 2026, with a top throw of 15.66 meters.

The 44-year-old athlete from Greater Noida showcased her skill by achieving four throws over 15 meters during her six attempts, with her winning throw coming in the fifth attempt. Shahla Hadidi from Iran secured the silver medal with a throw of 15.45 meters, while Vietnam's Thi Ngoc Thuy Nguyen took home the bronze with a distance of 14.65 meters.

Coached by Pintu Nagar, Suvarna has been competing in para athletics since 2017 and is currently ranked second in Asia for the F54 discus throw. Her recent achievements include a bronze medal at the Dubai World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026 and multiple medals at various international competitions. In addition to her athletic career, she advocates for disability rights and accessibility, having conducted over 1,000 accessibility audits across India.