PINAKI MAJUMDAR
Jamshedpur, April 4: Jharkhand’s Vijay Sundi brought laurels to the state and the country by clinching a gold medal at the World Para Archery Series Leg-1 held in Bangkok, Thailand.
India beats Chinese Taipei in final
Representing India along with Harvinder Singh in the Recurve Men’s Team event, the duo secured a convincing 6–2 win over Chinese Taipei in the final on Friday.
The Indian pair displayed excellent coordination and composure to dominate the high-pressure contest.
Vijay Sundi’s performance stood out as he maintained remarkable precision and consistency throughout the match, reinforcing his position as a rising star in Indian para archery.
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Celebrations in Jharkhand
The victory has triggered celebrations across Jharkhand, particularly in Chaibasa, Sundi’s hometown. Sports enthusiasts and officials have termed the achievement inspirational and historic.
Sundi’s success marks a major milestone in his career and highlights his perseverance. It also strengthens India’s growing presence in international para sports.
