Helo Questers,

India delivered a stellar performance at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships 2025, held in Gumi, South Korea, marking one of its most successful outings in the competition's history. By the end of Day 3, the Indian contingent had amassed a total of 14 medals, comprising 5 gold, 6 silver, and 3 bronze, positioning the nation second in the overall standings, just behind China.

🥇 Gold Medal Triumphs

1. Avinash Sable – Men's 3000m Steeplechase

Avinash Sable ended India's 36-year wait for a gold medal in the men's 3000m steeplechase, clocking a season-best time of 8:20.92. His victory not only secured a top podium finish but also highlighted India's growing prowess in distance running.

2. Jyothi Yarraji – Women's 100m Hurdles

Jyothi Yarraji clinched gold in the women's 100m hurdles, showcasing her dominance in the event. Her performance underscored India's strength in sprint hurdles on the Asian stage.

3. Women's 4x400m Relay Team

The quartet of Jisna Mathew, Rupal Chaudhary, Rajitha Kunja, and Subha Venkatesan secured gold in the women's 4x400m relay with a season-best time of 3:34.18, ending a 12-year gold medal drought in this event for India. 

4. Mixed 4x400m Relay Team

India's mixed 4x400m relay team defended their title successfully, clinching gold despite challenging wet and windy conditions. Notably, Rupal Chaudhary contributed significantly, also earning an individual silver in the women's 400m. 

5. Gulveer Singh – Men's 10,000m

Gulveer Singh opened India's gold medal tally by winning the men's 10,000m race with a time of 28:38.63, demonstrating exceptional endurance and race strategy. 

🥈 Silver Medal Achievements

• Rupal Chaudhary – Women's 400m
• Tejaswin Shankar – Decathlon
• Praveen Chithravel – Men's Triple Jump
• Pooja – Women's 1500m
• Men's 4x400m Relay Team – Clocked 3:03.67 to secure silver.
• Ancy Sojan – Women's Long Jump

🥉 Bronze Medal Finishes

• Servin Sebastian – Men's 20km Race Walk
• Shaili Singh – Women's Long Jump
• Yoonus Shah – Men's 1500m

🏆 Overall Medal Tally (After Day 3)

• Gold: 5
• Silver: 6
• Bronze: 3
• Total: 14

🇮🇳 India's Position

India stands second in the overall medal standings, trailing only behind China, which leads with 21 medals, including 12 golds.

🔭 Looking Ahead

With events like the men's javelin throw final, featuring athletes Sachin Yadav and Yash Vir Singh, and the women's 200m final, where Jyothi Yarraji and Nithya Gandhe have qualified, India has strong prospects to add to its medal tally. 

India's performance at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships reflects the nation's growing stature in track and field events. The athletes' dedication and achievements not only bring pride to the country but also inspire the next generation of sports enthusiasts.

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