Hangzhou: Parul Chaudhary and Annu Rani added more gold medals to India’s tally at the 2023 Asian Games in Hangzhou on October 3, 2023. Chaudhary won the gold medal in the women’s 5000m race, while Rani won the gold medal in the women’s javelin throw.
Chaudhary’s victory was particularly impressive, as she came from behind to win the race. She started slowly but gradually picked up the pace and overtook the leaders in the final lap. She crossed the finish line in a time of 15:18.02, which was a new personal best.
Rani’s victory was also impressive, as she threw a distance of 63.85m, which was a new national record. She beat her previous national record of 63.24m, which she set at the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon in July 2023.
Chaudhary and Rani’s gold medals helped India to reach a tally of 69 medals at the Asian Games after 10 days. India is currently ranked fourth in the medal table, behind China, South Korea, and Japan.
Chaudhary and Rani’s victories are a testament to the hard work and dedication of Indian athletes. They have shown that India is a force to be reckoned with in athletics. Their victories have also inspired other Indian athletes to aim for the highest levels of success.
Chaudhary and Rani’s victories are also a boost for Indian athletics. They have shown that Indian athletes are capable of winning medals at the highest level of competition. Their victories will help to raise the profile of Indian athletics and attract more funding and support.