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Safran claims Sri Lanka's first medal at 2026 Asian Para Games
Mohamed Safran has secured Sri Lanka's maiden medal at the 5th Asian Para Games in Nagoya, Japan, winning bronze in the men's T47 long jump competition.
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Safran delivered a commanding performance in the men's T47 long jump event, clearing 6.55 metres to claim the bronze medal at the Games being held in Nagoya.
The achievement marks a significant milestone for Sri Lankan para-sport, with Safran becoming the first athlete from the island nation to reach the medal podium at this edition of the Asian Para Games.
Two other Sri Lankan competitors participated in the same event. Yoosoof Salmaan finished fourth overall with a jump of 6.40 metres, narrowly missing out on a medal position. Buddhika's performance details were not immediately available.
The 5th Asian Para Games represents a major international platform for para-athletes across Asia, with competitions spanning multiple sports and disability classifications. Sri Lanka's medal success underscores the growing competitiveness of the nation's para-athletic programme on the regional stage.