World Archery Para Championships

The Gwangju 2025 World Archery Para Championships held from September 22 to 28, 2025, served as a historic stage for Bangladesh, continuing the momentum from Joma Akter’s breakthrough in early 2024.

Following its official entry into the international Para-archery scene, Bangladesh sent a focused delegation to Gwangju to compete among 239 athletes from 47 nations. The event was a vital platform for our archers to gain experience against the world's best, including stars from China and India.

Event Overview: Gwangju 2025

• Venue: Gwangju International Archery Center, Republic of Korea.
• Bangladesh's Participation: Building on the success of the Dubai 2024 qualifiers, the team focused on the Compound and Recurve categories.
• Key Focus: The championships were essential for maintaining international world rankings and preparing for the Nagoya 2026 Asian Para Games.
• Global Standard: The competition was fierce, with China leading the medal table (12 medals) and India following closely (5 medals), setting a high benchmark for our developing squad.

The Road Ahead

While the national team continues to refine its technical skills at the BKSP training camp in Savar, the Gwangju championships provided invaluable exposure to "Finals Court" pressure. The experience gained in Korea has directly influenced our current training cycles, specifically focusing on mental composure and adapting to different lighting conditions—challenges