This article details the involvement and reactions of families supporting Indian para-athletes during their participation in the World Para Athletics Championships.
Rinku Hooda, who secured a gold medal in the men’s Javelin Throw F46 category with an initial throw of 63.81m, was accompanied by family members who initially required persuasion to attend the event. His brother, Anuj, expressed their sentiments, stating, “We all are emotional. It has been a long journey for Rinku and today it looks like all our hard work has paid off as a family.”
Double Paralympic champion Sumit Antil also claimed another world title, prompting celebrations from his family at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium premises.
For high jump World Champion Nishad Kumar, who earned his gold medal on his birthday, his immediate family was unable to travel. An individual identified as Sankaran attended the event in their place.
Additionally, the mother of athlete Yogesh was observed watching the periphery of the competition activities.
Source: https://indianexpress.com/article/sports/sport-others/how-parents-of-indias-triumphant-para-athletes-soaked-in-the-glory-of-their-champion-children-10289748/