India's 16-year-old shot putter, Nishchay, delivered an impressive performance at the 6th Asian U-18 Athletics Championship in Dammam, Saudi Arabia, securing the silver medal in the boys' shot put event. On the third day of the competition, he achieved a personal best throw of 19.59 meters, surpassing his previous record of 18.93 meters set just a month prior.

Key Highlights:

• The event took place at the 6th Asian U-18 Athletics Championship held in Dammam, Saudi Arabia.
• Nishchay, a 16-year-old athlete from Haryana, represented India in the boys' shot put event.
• He clinched the silver medal with a remarkable throw of 19.59 meters.
• This throw marked a new personal best for Nishchay, beating his previous best of 18.93 meters.
• In addition to his shot put success, Nishchay also won a bronze medal in the discus throw with a 58.85-meter effort.
• His double podium finish added to India’s overall tally of 11 medals in the championship.
• India ended the tournament with one gold, five silver, and five bronze medals in total.
• Nishchay’s achievements highlight the growing strength of India’s young talent in field events.

Nishchay’s outstanding performances have reinforced India's rising profile in athletics and set a high benchmark for upcoming youth athletes.