As the 26th Asian Athletics Championships enter a decisive evening session on Day 5 in Gumi, South Korea, Indian athletes are gearing up for a potential medal rush.
With nine finals scheduled for Indian participation, this session could significantly alter India’s position on the medal tally.
Here’s a preview of the action-packed evening:
1:40 PM – Men’s Javelin Throw Final
Athletes: Sachin Yadav & Yashvir Singh
India’s legacy in javelin continues beyond Neeraj Chopra, with two strong contenders in Sachin and Yashvir aiming to keep the momentum alive. Both have shown promising throws this season, and a medal here would solidify India’s dominance in this field event.
2:00 PM – 200m Men’s Final
Athlete: Animesh Kujur
One of India’s rising sprint stars, Animesh has consistently clocked sub-21-second times. With explosive starts and an aggressive curve run, he is a serious contender for a podium finish.
2:10 PM – 200m Women’s Final
Athletes: Jyothi Yarraji & Nithya Gandhe
India’s hurdles queen Jyothi Yarraji is doubling up in the 200m, joined by the in-form Nithya Gandhe. Jyothi’s raw pace and Nithya’s technical finish could spring a surprise against a strong Asian field.
2:20 PM – 400m Hurdles Women’s Final
Athletes: Vithya Ramraj & Anu Raghavan
A high-stakes race featuring two seasoned athletes. Vithya, with her consistent rhythm over hurdles, and Anu, known for her comeback speed, form a formidable duo. India has a strong history in this event, and a medal here is highly likely.
2:40 PM – 5000m Women’s Final
Athletes: Parul Chaudhary & Ankita Dhyani
Parul, a steeplechase specialist, brings her endurance and tactical brilliance to the 5000m track, while Ankita’s recent form has been stellar. Expect a strategic race where medals could be decided in the final lap.
3:20 PM – 800m Women’s Final
Athletes: Twinkle Chaudhary & Pooja
Both runners are known for their strong finishes and will need to manage a tactical race against the East Asian and Middle Eastern middle-distance powerhouses. A medal finish is within reach if they time their kicks perfectly.
3:45 PM – 800m Men’s Final
Athletes: Krishan Kumar & Anu Kumar
India’s best bet for a gold in middle-distance. Krishan and Anu have been consistent and are known for their grit in tightly packed races. The duo has experience on big stages and could even aim for a 1-2 finish.
4:05 PM – 4x100m Women’s Relay Final
Team India
With a mix of youth and experience, clean baton exchanges will be key. Expect them to push Thailand and China in a thrilling sprint showdown.
India Poised for a Massive Medal Haul
With participation in nine finals, this evening session could prove to be India’s biggest single-session medal haul in the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships. Athletes across sprints, middle distance, long-distance, throws, and relays are in medal contention, showcasing the growing depth in Indian athletics.
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Stay tuned for full race reports, medal updates, and athlete reactions as India continues its chase for glory in Gumi.
