India delivered a stellar performance at the 26th Asian Athletics Championships held in Gumi, South Korea, from May 27 to 31, 2025. The Indian contingent secured a total of 24 medals—8 gold, 10 silver, and 6 bronze—finishing second in the overall medal tally behind China.

Key Points:

• India's 24 medals comprised 8 gold, 10 silver, and 6 bronze, marking one of its best performances in the history of the championships. 
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• Animesh Kujur set a new national record in the men's 200m sprint, highlighting India's growing prowess in track events. 
• Gulveer Singh clinched double gold in the men's 5000m and 10,000m races, while Avinash Sable secured gold in the men's 3000m steeplechase. 
• The women's 4x100m relay team, featuring veteran sprinter Srabani Nanda, won silver, marking Nanda's successful international comeback since the 2022 Commonwealth Games. 
• Pooja Singh, an 18-year-old high jumper, won gold, showcasing the emergence of young talent in Indian athletics. 
• This strong showing underscores India's growing dominance in Asian athletics and sets a positive tone ahead of future international competitions.