Javelin thrower Devendra Jhajharia dominated the 2016 Paralympics by breaking his own world record and winning his second gold medal, making him the first Indian to achieve this top honour.
Devendra, who won his previous gold in the 2004 Athens Games, bettered his own world record to finish on top in the men's F46 event.
Devendra, whose previous best was 62.15 metres (achieved in the 2004 Games), improved the mark with an attempt of 63.97 metres at the Olympic Stadium (Engenhao).
Here's all you need to know about the Parathlete -
1. Born in Churu District in Rajasthan, Devendra touched a live electric cable while climbing a tree when he was only 8-years-old. Doctors were forced to amputate his hand.
2. Dronacharya Awardee coach RD Singh shaped Devendra' early career in the sport. He also guided Devendra to his 2004 Athens Paralympic gold medal.
3. At 36-years-old, Devendra is currently ranked third in the world.
4. Devendra was awarded Arjuna Award in 2004 after his win at Athen Paralympics.
5. In 2012, the javelin thrower became the first Paralympian to be honoured with a Padma Shri.
