Japan and Turkey take Paralympic gold in men's and women's goalball

Sano Yuto scored the golden goal to give Japan victory against Ukraine by four goals to three after extra time in the South Paris Arena, marking a strong improvement on their fifth-placed finish at their home Games three years ago.

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By: NewVision Reporter, Journalists @NewVision

Japan won their first gold medal in the men's goalball via golden goal at the Paralympics on Thursday, while Turkey claimed their third consecutive title in the women's event.

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Japan and Turkey take Paralympic gold in men's and women's goalball

Sano Yuto scored the golden goal to give Japan victory against Ukraine by four goals to three after extra time in the South Paris Arena, marking a strong improvement on their fifth-placed finish at their home Games three years ago.

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