Two New National Records at the 59th Sri Lanka Army Athletics Tournament

The 59th Sri Lanka Army Athletics Tournament recently concluded at the Sugathadasa Stadium on 31 March 2024, showcasing remarkable performances and highlighting the athletes' outstanding skills.

Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage RWP RSP ndu, the Commander of the Army, graced the occasion as the chief guest along with Major General W.H.K.S Peiris RWP RSP VSV USP ndu, the Chief of Staff. Major General R.A.J.N. Ranasinghe RSP USP ndc, the Chairman of the Army Athletics Committee (AAC), warmly welcomed the Army Chief to the premises.

The Chairman of AAC once again extended a warm welcome to the gathering during his welcome speech before the commencement of the closing ceremony. During the ceremony, participants showcased exceptional sportsmanship skills in a range of final events, including the 100m Men, 100m Women, 1500m Men, 4x400 Men, and 4x400 Women. Additionally, displays such as the band performance, Physical Training Instructors’ demonstration, and the March Past added glamour to the occasion.

The Army Athletes achieved glory securing two national records and 13 New Meet records during the tournament. Towards the end, Lieutenant General Vikum Liyanage together with Senior Officers awarded medals and trophies for the achievers.

Major General S.P.A.I.M.B. Samarakoon Hdmc Lsc, the Deputy Chief of Staff, Principal Staff Officers, Senior Officers, Officers and a large crowd of spectators were present during the event.

Special Achievements are as follows:

National Records

4 x 200m Men’s Event -1:22.93 Sec

 -Staff Sergeant S.A. Dharshana of Sri Lanka Artillery

 -Bombardier G.D.K.K. Pabasara Niku of Sri Lanka Artillery

 -Bombardier P.M.P.L. Kodikara of Sri Lanka Artillery

 -Lance Bombardier A.S.M. Safan of Sri Lanka Artillery

Pole Vault Men’s Event - 5.17 m

 -Craftsman K. Puvitharan of Sri Lanka Electrical and Mechanical Engineers

Events with New Meet Records

 -100m Men (10.42 Sec)

 -200m Men (20.45 Sec)

 -400m Men (45.30 Sec)

 -3000m Steeplechase Men (8:56.74 Min)

 -400x4 Men (3:06.86 Min)

 -400m Women (53.22 Sec)

 -10000m Women (35:01.91 Min)

 -4x100m Women (47.27 Sec)

 -4x800m Relay Women (9:20.70 Min)

 -4x1500m Relay Women (19:33.19 Min)

 -Heptathlon Women (4426 points)

Special Trophies

 -Inter Regiment Challenge Trophy for Overall Championship (Men) - Sri Lanka Electrical and Mechanical Engineers (277 points)

 -Inter Regiment Challenge Trophy for Overall Championship (Women) - Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps (348 points)

 -Inter Regiment Challenge Trophy for most outstanding performance (Men) - Staff Sergeant S.A. Dharshana of Sri Lanka Artillery

 -Inter Regiment Challenge Trophy for most outstanding performance (Women) - Staff Sergeant R. Nadeesha of Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps

Men’s Standings

 -1st place - Sri Lanka Electrical and Mechanical Engineers - 277 Points

 -2nd Place – Sri Lanka Artillery - 251 Points

 -3rd place – Sri Lanka Army Service Corps - 130 Points

 -4th Place – Sri Lanka Light Infantry - 104 Points

 -5th Place – Gemunu Watch - 85 Points

 -6th Place – Vijayabahu Infantry Regiment - 19 Points

 -7th Place – Gajaba Regiment - 18 Points

 -8th Place – Sri Lanka National Guard - 17 Points

 -9th Place – Sri Lanka Sinha Regiment - 15 Points

 -10th Place – Sri Lanka Signal Corps - 10 Points

 -11th Place – Sri Lanka Corps of Military Police - 10 Points

 -12th Place - Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps - 4 Points

 -13th Place - Sri Lanka Engineers - 3 Points

Women’s Standings

 -1st Place - Sri Lanka Army Womens Corps - 348 Points

 -2nd Place - Sri Lanka Army General Service Corps (W) - 174 Points

 -3rd Place - Sri Lanka Signal Corps (W) - 162 Points

 -4th Place - Sri Lanka Army Service Corps (W) - 102 Points

 -5th Place - Sri Lanka Engineers (W) - 6 Points