Sumit Antil is an Indian Paralympian and javelin thrower.
Sumit Antil Biography
| Full Name | Sumit Antil |
| Profession | Javelin Thrower and Paralympian |
| Date of Birth | 6 July 1998 |
| Age | 26 years (as of 2024) |
| Birthplace | Khewra, Sonipat, Haryana |
| Zodiac Sign | Gemini |
| Nationality | Indian |
| Hometown | Delhi |
| Coach/Mentor | Naval Singh |
| Social Media | Instagram X |
Who is Sumit Antil?
Sumit Antil is an Indian Paralympian and javelin thrower. He holds a world record of throwing 73.29 meters at the 2022 Asian Para Games in Hangzhou.
Education Qualification
| School | Not Known |
| College/University | Ramjas College, Delhi University, Delhi |
| Qualifications | B.Com from Ramjas College, Delhi |
Sumit Antil Age
Sumit Antil (born 7 June 1998) is an Indian Paralympian and javelin thrower. As of 2024, he is 26 years old.
Sumit Antil Family
| Father’s Name | Ram Kumar Antil |
| Mother’s Name | Nirmala Devi |
| Sister(s) | Kiran Antil, Sushila Antil, Renu Antil |
Sumit Antil Wife/Affairs
| Girlfriend | Not Known |
| Marriage Date | Unmarried |
Medal/Awards
| Medal(s) | 1. Gold medal at the 2023 Asian Para Games, held in Hangzhou, China 2. Gold medal at the 2023 World Para Athletics Championships, Paris 3. Gold medal at the 2020 Summer Paralympics, Tokyo, in 2021 4. Silver medal at the World Para Athletics Grand Prix, Italy, in 2019 5. Silver medal at the Paris Open Handisport 2019 6. Silver medal at the World Para Athletics Championship, Dubai, in 2019 7. Gold medal at the 2024 World Para Athletics Championships in Kobe, Japan |
| Awards | 2021: Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2022: Padma Shri (Sports) 2024: Sportstar Aces Awards 2024: ForbesIndia 30 Under 30 Awards |
Sumit Antil Height And Weight
| Height (approx) | In centimeters – 189 cm In meters – 1.89 m In feet & inches – 6’2” |
| Weight (approx) | In meters – 1.89 m |
| Eye Colour | Black |
| Hair Colour | Black |
Sumit Antil’s Net Worth
| Net Worth | $6.6-7.9 million |
| Net Worth in Indian Rupees | Rs. 50-60 crores |
| Source | Tournaments, Endorsements and Sponsorships |
Some Lesser Facts About Sumit Antil
- Sumit Antil was born in a middle-class family in Sonipat, Haryana.
- His father was a retired Indian Air Force official who passed away when he was seven years old. His mother took care of him and his three elder sisters.
- Sumit Antil is an Indian Paralympian and javelin thrower who won the gold medal at the 2020 Summer Paralympics in Tokyo.
- He holds the world record in the F64 category with a throw of 68.55m.
- In July 2023, Sumit Antil participated in the World Para Athletics Championships, winning a gold medal while making a world record with a throw of 70.83m.
- In October 2023, he broke this record with a throw of 73.29m in the men’s T-64 javelin throw at the Asian Para Games, securing another gold medal.
- In 2024, Sumit, along with Bhagyashree Jadhav, became the flag bearer at the opening ceremony of the Paralympic Games.
- Sumit Antil hails from Haryana and has been a source of pride for the state, inspiring many young athletes.
- Sumit Antil received India’s highest sporting honor, the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, in 2021.
