(Athletics news) Tokyo Paralympics Live Update: Tek Chand threw a season best throw of 9.04m the men's shot put (F55) but it wasn't enough to win India's first medal. In his six throws he had four fouls; only the throws of 9.04m and 8.57m were registered. The flag bearer of India in the opening ceremony never found a good rhythm which ultimately cost him. Brazilian shot putter Wallas Santos broke the world record with a throw of 12.63m beating the previous record of Bulgaria's Ruzhdi of 12.47m.
India still has a lot of opportunities to win medals at the track and field events as the main medal prospects are still yet to perform. All eyes will be on the high jump and javelin throw which will take place on 31 August and 30 August respectively. Tek Chand will again be competing in men's javelin throw (F54) on 3rd September.
