Bhartpreet Singh Wins Bronze in Men’s Discus Throw at Asian U23 Athletics Championships 2026

India added another medal to its tally at the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships 2026 as Bhartpreet Singh claimed the bronze medal in the men’s discus throw in Ordos, China.

Bhartpreet produced a best effort of 52.91m, which came on his fifth attempt, to secure a place on the podium. After remaining in contention throughout the competition, the Indian thrower delivered his decisive throw at a crucial stage to finish third and earn another valuable medal for the Indian contingent.

The gold medal was won by China’s Zhixin Li, who dominated the event with a personal best throw of 60.79m. His compatriot Zehao Jiang claimed the silver medal with a best effort of 59.60m, giving the host nation a one-two finish in the competition.

Although Bhartpreet faced stiff competition from the Chinese throwers, he remained composed and capitalised on his fifth-round effort to secure the bronze medal. His performance ensured India continued its successful run at the championships, adding another podium finish to the country’s growing medal tally.

The Asian U23 Athletics Championships provide an important platform for emerging athletes to compete against the continent’s best and gain valuable international experience. Bhartpreet’s bronze-medal performance reflects the depth of India’s developing talent in the throwing events and highlights the country’s continued progress at the age-group level.

Winning a medal at the inaugural edition of the championships is a significant achievement for the young Indian thrower, who showcased resilience and consistency under pressure. His fifth-attempt throw proved decisive in securing a place on the podium and rewarding a composed performance throughout the competition.

With Bhartpreet Singh’s bronze medal, India continued its encouraging campaign in Ordos, building on earlier successes across track and field events. As the championships progress, the Indian contingent will aim to maintain this momentum and add more medals to its tally at the historic first edition of the Asian U23 Athletics Championships.