Who is Arvind Malik? All you need to know about the Indian para-athlete competing at the Paris 2024 Paralympics
Arvind Malik is an Indian para-athlete who competes in the shot put F35 category. Arvind has represented India in various international competitions and will also feature in the Paris 2024 Paralympics.
Arvind Malik, born on June 14, 1993, faced a tragic accident at the age of nine when a cricket ball hit his head, causing neural damage that paralyzed his left leg. Despite facing major setbacks he found inspiration in his younger brother, who is a hammer throw athlete.
Malik started his career with discus throw but later shifted to shot put. He has achieved significant success at national and international levels. Malik is currently supported by an NGO, the Olympic Gold Quest (OGQ) initiative.
Before his transition to shot put, Arvind had secured two medals in discus and javelin throw events in the F37 category at the Asia Oceania Championship 2016 held in Dubai. The 2018 Asian Para Games was Arvind's early significant international appearance in the shot put F35 category.
Malik finished seventh in the men's shot put F35 category with a best throw of 13.48 meters at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics. At the IWAS World Games 2022, Malik won a bronze medal in the men's shot put F35 category. This was a commendable performance in a highly competitive field.
How did Arvind Malik qualify for the Paris Paralympics 2024?
Arvind Malik qualified for the Paris 2024 Paralympics through his consistent performances in international competitions, particularly in the shot put F35 category.
His notable achievements, such as finishing seventh with a best throw of 13.48 meters at the Tokyo 2020 Paralympics and winning a bronze medal at the IWAS World Games 2022, played a crucial role in securing his spot.
In addition to this, Arvind's participation in events like the 2018 Asian Para Games and other international meets helped him gain the necessary points and meet the qualification standards set by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC).