Shot put star Bhagyashree Jadhav wants to be third time lucky at LA 2028

Seasoned shotputter and javelin thrower Bhagyashree Jadhav, who was India's flag-bearer at the Paris Paralympics alongside Sumit Antil, has her sights on capturing a medal at the Los Angeles 2028 Paralympics.

- STATESMAN NEWS SERVICE NEW DELHI, 26 MARCH

After missing out on a medal at the Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024 Games, Bhagyashree hopes lady luck shines on her when she competes in LA 2028.

The 37-year-old from Maharashtra has fallen in love with the iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, the venue for track and field events in the second Khelo India Para Games 2025.

Wheelchair-bound Bhagyashree won two gold medals in shot-put and javelin throw to give a glimpse of the pristine form she has been of late. Participating in the F33-34 category (disability in lower limbs), Bhagyashree has won six gold medals across three events in the past year and a half.

"This is an iconic venue. I feel like giving my best here. This stadium has witnessed the history of Indian athletics. During the first edition of Khelo India Para Games, I felt a different kind of experience as soon as I stepped here. It's also very convenient for para athletes. Here, we can focus on our performance without worries," Bhagyashree was quoted as saying by SAI Media.

On Sunday, she secured first place in shot-put with a throw of 7.30 meters, pipping Medha Jayant of Karnataka (4.65m) by a big margin.