Rooba Al Omari secured a bronze medal for Bahrain in the women's shot put F55/F56/F57 final at the fifth Asian Para Games on 22 October 2026. Held at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, the competition saw the athlete reach the podium after a strong performance in the field. Al Omari recorded a best throw of 7.45 metres during the event. This distance established a new F55 Games record, marking a significant achievement for the Bahraini competitor on the international stage. The achievement notes the rigorous preparation undertaken by the Bahraini athlete in the lead-up to this specific competition in Japan.
Record Breaking Shot Put Performance
Al Omari surpassed the previous F55 Games record of 7.07 metres, which was established by China’s Lin Sitong in 2018. Competition at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium remained intense throughout the final as other athletes set new continental marks. Xu Mian of China secured the gold medal in the shot put event, recording an F57 Asian record of 11.34 metres. Uzbekistan’s Mohigul Sharobidinova earned the silver medal, finishing with an F56 Asian record of 8.46 metres. These performances concluded the medal standings for the event, placing Al Omari third behind the gold and silver medalists. The event showcased the high level of technical proficiency required to compete in the combined classification format used during the fifth Asian Para Games.
Success in Discus and Powerlifting
Rooba Al Omari added to her medal count on 21 October 2026 by securing a silver medal in the women's discus F55 final. She recorded a throw of 22.81 metres to finish on the podium. This earlier success in the discus event provided momentum for the athlete as she transitioned into the shot put competition the following day.
Yusuf Aljlas represented Bahrain in the men's over-107kg para powerlifting competition. He finished in fifth place after successfully lifting 212kg. This lift stands as a personal best for the athlete. The powerlifting venue provided a distinct environment from the field events, requiring a different set of physical demands for the Bahraini participant. Aljlas focused his efforts on maximizing his strength output to achieve this personal milestone during the international games.
Bahrain Delegation Overview
The Bahraini delegation at the fifth Asian Para Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, consists of 30 members. This group represents the nation across various sporting disciplines at the international event. Within the total delegation, 13 members are athletes participating in the games. These competitors have engaged in field and powerlifting events at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium. The administrative and support staff accompanying these 13 athletes ensure that all logistical and medical needs are met throughout the duration of the fifth Asian Para Games. The collective efforts of the 30-member delegation support the participation of these athletes as they strive for podium finishes in their respective categories. Each member of the delegation plays a specific role in facilitating the performance of the Bahraini team in Aichi-Nagoya.
