New Delhi: Ancy Sojan showcased her fiery athleticism at the 19th Asian Games in Hangzhou, securing a silver medal in the long jump event. She delivered a stellar performance, achieving a personal best with an impressive jump of 6.63 metres.
Another #Silver from #Athletics 🥳
Ancy Sojan Edappilly leaps to a remarkable🥈at #AsianGames2022
Delivering her personal best, the fiery athlete produced a jump of 6.63 m in her 5⃣th attempt!
The girls of the Indian Athletics team are doing wonders & we couldn't be prouder… pic.twitter.com/wKq6Z6pVUB
— SAI Media (@Media_SAI) October 2, 2023
A thrilling turn of events unfolded in the mixed team 4x400m relay event as the Indian quartet, consisting of Muhammed Ajmal, Vithya Ramraj, Rajesh Ramesh, and Subha Venkatesan, initially clinched the bronze medal.
However, their joy was elevated to new heights when they were awarded the silver medal. This unexpected upgrade came as the second-placed Sri Lankan team was disqualified due to a lane infringement, solidifying India’s place in the runner-up position.
🥈it is for the the Indian 4X400 m Mixed Relay Team at #AsianGames2022
The quartet of Muhammed Ajmal, Ramraj Vithya, Ramesh Rajesh & #KheloIndia Athlete Venkatesan Subha clocked a new National Record timing of 3:14.34 to grab the🥈
Many congratulations to the team! Well… pic.twitter.com/KVcC6b4kR0
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Muhammed Ajmal, Vithya Ramraj, Ramesh Rajesh, and Subha Venkatesan achieved the remarkable feat, setting a new national record with a time of 3:14.34.
As of now, India is in fourth place in the medal standings at the 19th Asian Games, with a total of 60 medals, including 13 gold, 24 silver, and 23 bronze medals in India’s tally.