Javelin thrower Devendra Jhajharia became the first Indian to clinch two gold medals at the Paralympics after he broke his own world record to clinch the top honours at the Rio Games.
Devendra, who won his previous gold in the 2004 Athens Games, bettered his own world record to finish on top in the men’s F46 event.
Devendra, whose previous best was 62.15 metres (achieved in the 2004 Games), improved the mark with an attempt of 63.97 metres at the Olympic Stadium (Engenhao).
Twitter was elated with Devendra’s feat as congratulatory messages poured in from all quarters.
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Devendra Jhajharia 1st Indian to win two #GOLD at #Paralympics
Had also won #Gold in 2004 for Javelin. Now one at #Rio2016Paralympics.👍👌— Mohandas Menon (@mohanstatsman) September 14, 2016
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