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28th May 2025 17:35:34 Hours

Army Athlete Sets New Record at Asian Athletics Championship 2025

Warrant Officer II Kalinga Kumarage made history by securing the Bronze Medal in the Men’s 400m event at the Asian Athletics Championship, held on 28 May 2025, with a time of 45.55 seconds, marking a significant achievement for Sri Lanka.

This milestone is particularly noteworthy, as it is the first time since 2007 that a Sri Lankan athlete has won a medal in the Men’s 400m at the Asian Athletics Championship.