Iran wins world disabled javelin silver

Avaz Azmudeh registered a 26.42m throw in the F54 class, finishing runner-up to his Egyptian rival, who grabbed the gold with a 27.36m mark.

The bronze went to Brazil’s throw with a 25.30m record.

Iran Monday grabbed two gold and one silver medals in men’s and women’s discus events and men’s shot put respectively.

Seventy-eight countries have pitted 1,200 athletes in the tournament.

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