Sri Lanka’s para-athlete Pradeep Somasiri won the bronze medal in the Men’s 1500m T46 event at the World Para Athletics Championships. He completed the race in 3 minutes and 53.77 seconds, setting a new Asian record and bringing pride to his country.

This achievement highlights his consistent performances on the international stage. Pradeep had earlier won gold at the 2022 Asian Para Games and represented Sri Lanka at the 2024 Paralympics.

Hailing from Eheliyagoda, Pradeep began his athletic journey despite facing physical challenges. With strong determination and support from his coaches, he has grown into one of Sri Lanka’s leading para-athletes. His success serves as an inspiration to many young athletes, proving that dedication and perseverance can overcome any obstacle.

Britain’s Funmi Oduwaiye claimed her first major international medal after finishing third in the women’s F64 shot put at the World Para Athletics Championships.

The 27-year-old produced a personal best throw of 12.11 metres, a huge improvement on her previous record, to secure the bronze medal and add to Great Britain’s overall success at the competition.

Oduwaiye only took up para athletics in 2022 after a serious leg injury ended her basketball career. Despite her late start in the sport, she has quickly progressed, making her World Championship debut last year and now stepping onto the podium just twelve months later.

Speaking after the event, Oduwaiye said she was proud to deliver a medal for her country and is determined to keep improving as she looks ahead to future international championships and the Paralympic Games.