India's Mahendra Gurjar, representing India, has set a new world record in the men's javelin F42 category at the Nottwil World Para Athletics Grand Prix in Switzerland on May 26, 2025. His record-breaking throw measured 61.17m, achieved during his third attempt.
Gurjar's initial throws were 56.11m and 55.51m, respectively. His subsequent throws were 58.54m, 57.25m, and 58.07m. The F42 classification is designated for field athletes with moderate movement impairment in one leg. This victory marks a significant achievement for Gurjar at the Grand Prix in Switzerland.
In the same event, Sumit Antil, a double Paralympics gold medalist and world record holder, also won the men's javelin F64 event with a throw of 72.35m. The F64 classification is for field athletes with moderate movement impairment in one or both legs, or limb absence.