South Korean shooter Jinho Park secured a full set of Paralympic medals by clinching the gold in the men's 10-meter air rifle standing SH1 final. Park's impressive performance saw him score 249.4 points, coming just 1.2 points short of his own world record. Competing in the SH1 category designed for athletes with missing legs or severe trunk impairments, Park expressed his fulfillment at achieving this milestone, having previously won silver and bronze medals in Tokyo.
Swiss Wheelchair Racer Catherine Debrunner Triumphs in Women's T54 5,000-Meter Final
Switzerland's Catherine Debrunner kicked off her Paralympics campaign with a victory in the women's T54 5,000-meter final. Debrunner clocked a personal best time of 10 minutes, 43.62 seconds, narrowly edging out world record-holder Susannah Scaroni. The T54 wheelchair category, catering to individuals with spinal cord injuries but normal hand, arm, and trunk function, witnessed Debrunner's strategic race tactics that propelled her to success.
American Daniel Romanchuk Secures First Paralympic Gold in Men's 5,000-Meter Final
American athlete Daniel Romanchuk staged a remarkable comeback in the men's 5,000-meter final for T54 competitors with little to no lower limb function. Starting from the back row, Romanchuk unleashed a sprint in the final lap, outpacing his rivals to claim his first Paralympic gold in the event. Reflecting on his victory, Romanchuk described the last lap as a blur, highlighting the intensity of the competition.
U.S. Sprinter Jaydin Blackwell Sets New World Record in Men's T38 100
U.S. sprinter Jaydin Blackwell shattered his own world record in the men's T38 100 event, securing his first Paralympic gold medal. Despite initially feeling the race was slow, Blackwell was surprised to clock a record-breaking time of 10.64 seconds. His flawless performance earned him the top spot on the podium, with countryman Ryan Medrano claiming second place.
U.S. Wheelchair Rugby Team Advances to Semifinals
The U.S. wheelchair rugby team progressed to the semifinals after defeating Germany 57-47, with Chuck Aoki leading the charge with an impressive 34 tries. The team's stellar performance secured them a spot in the semifinals against Britain, showcasing their dominance in the sport.
United States Men's Goalball Team Clinches Victory Against France
The United States men's goalball team held off a late comeback by host France to secure a 5-4 victory, marking their first win in the competition. The team's resilience and strategic play ensured they emerged victorious, setting the stage for an exciting matchup against Iran to determine the quarterfinal seedings.
