Men's Discus Throw F42-44/F61-64 Final Highlights, Commonwealth Games 2026: Sagar, Devender Finish Outside Podium

Hello and welcome back! We're here with another live blog as India's Devender Kumar and Sagar Thayat takes centre stage in the Men's Discus Throw F42-44/F61-64 at the Commonwealth Games 2026. Stay with us for live updates, throw-by-throw action, results and all the key moments from Glasgow.

Indian para-athlete Devender Kumar heads into his second Commonwealth Games campaign backed by an impressive wave of recent domestic and international momentum. Competing in the F44/64 discus throw, the seasoned athlete recently showcased his elite form at the Indian Open International Para Athletics Championships in Bengaluru, where he secured silver with a formidable hurl of 50.44m—agonizingly missing out on gold by a mere three centimetres. Having firmly established his pedigree with back-to-back national titles and a strong sixth-place finish at the recent World Championships in New Delhi, Devender arrives in Glasgow in peak condition. Armed with battle-tested experience from top-flight events, including the 2022 Birmingham Games and his gold-medal run at the 2021 Fazza International Championships, he is well-equipped to challenge a stacked field and aggressively pursue his first major multi-sport medal.

Action shifts to the field for para athletics as Devender Kumar and Sagar Thayat step into the throwing circle for the men's para discus throw F42-44/F61-64 event. Competing in this multiclassification category dedicated to athletes with lower-limb impairments, both Indian throwers look to translate their rigorous domestic preparations and competitive pedigree into podium-winning performances on the grand stage.

Indian para-athlete Sagar Thayat enters his maiden Commonwealth Games campaign riding a wave of stellar domestic progression and fierce competitive determination. Competing in the F42-44/F61-64 discus throw alongside compatriot Devender Kumar, the rising thrower has steadily sharpened his technique and consistency on the national circuit. His impressive recent achievements include winning a gold medal at the Dubai Para Athletics Grand Prix (2025), another gold at the Indian Open Para Athletics International Championships (2026), and a bronze at the Tunisia Para Athletics Grand Prix (2023). He also secured a stellar fourth-place finish at the World Para Athletics Championships, where he registered a personal best throw of 51.93 meters. With rigorous training and a hunger to make an immediate impact on the major international stage, Sagar arrives in Glasgow ready to embrace the challenge, push his personal boundaries, and mount a strong challenge against a world-class field in pursuit of a dream podium finish.

The men's para discus throw final featuring Indian contenders Devender Kumar and Sagar Thayat in the F42-44/F61-64 classification is yet to get underway, with athletes still awaiting their turn to enter the throwing circle.

The men's para discus throw final gets underway as Sagar Thayat opens his campaign with a solid 46.35m effort to sit in fifth position, while compatriot Devender Kumar registers an opening throw of 43.51m to slot into sixth place as both Indian throwers look to build momentum outside the early podium spots.

Sagar Thayat powers through round two with an exceptional area record throw of 51.79m—good for a new Asian record—though it currently places him fourth in a fiercely competitive field, while compatriot Devender Kumar holds eighth position with his mark of 43.51m.

Round 4 brings little movement for the Indian duo in the men's discus throw as Sagar Thayat records a 48.67m effort that keeps him sixth in the standings, while Devender Kumar fouls his attempt to hold firm in seventh place.

Round 5 sees no change in fortunes for the Indian throwers, as Sagar Thayat fouls his latest attempt to remain sixth, while Devender Kumar registers a 48.20m throw with no improvement to his standing.

Behind Sagar's gritty performance lies an incredible story of resilience: he lost both his ankles in a tragic accident that completely altered his life, requiring years of arduous recovery before he could return to elite sport and compete on the international stage.

Wrapping up their six attempts in the men's discus throw final, Sagar Thayat and Devender Kumar hold firm in their respective positions, with Sagar registering a season's best throw of 51.79m to finish sixth, while Devender wraps up his campaign in seventh place with a best effort of 48.20m.

Closing out a stellar swimming meet at the Glasgow 2026 Commonwealth Games, Australia capped off a magnificent week by securing the gold medal, while England put up a stellar fight to take silver.

However, the defining moment of the final race belonged to South Africa's Chad le Clos. Swimming a brilliant third leg for his team, le Clos claimed his 21st career Commonwealth Games medal to officially become the most decorated athlete in the history of the Games, anchoring South Africa to a hard-fought bronze finish.

Gold: Australia

Silver: England

Bronze: South Africa