NEW DELHI: Ace javelin thrower Arjun did the country proud after securing a silver medal at the 5th Asian youth athletics championships, held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
Arjun, a student of Modern Public School (MPS), Shalimar Bagh, stood second on the podium after throwing his spear to a distance of 66.99m in the boy’s javelin throw category at the event.
The 16-year-old Arjun had won a silver at the last Asian youth meet as well, which was held in Kuwait in 2022. Arjun has also created history by becoming the first javelin thrower from India to win back-to-back medals at the Asian youth championships. He is ranked number one in Asia and fourth in the world in the under-18 boys’ javelin throw category.
“The school has played an instrumental role in shaping up my career in sports. The school has provided me with top-class equipment for training and allowed me to train during school hours, and compensated my classes accordingly. The school also provided me with a scholarship with an exemption from school fees. With their support, I am looking forward to participating in Youth Commonwealth 2023 with the utmost passion and enthusiasm,” said Arjun after his win.
Elated with the exceptional feats of Arjun, Alka Kapur, Principal of MPS Shalimar Bagh, stated, “I am absolutely thrilled with Arjun’s remarkable accomplishments. Witnessing his growth into an exceptional athlete has been a true pleasure. His dedication and hard work towards the sport are truly commendable, and we are proud of him. At MPS, we are committed to providing our students with the best facilities and unwavering support to help them excel in their respective fields. Arjun’s success is a testament to our commitment. As he continues to soar, we assure him of our unwavering support, and he can always count on us.”
The Indian contingent finished overall second behind China and brought home a total of 24 medals, including six gold, 11 silver, and seven bronze at the Under-18 championship.
