This remarkable achievement marks Sri Lanka’s first gold in athletics at the Asian Games since 2002.
In a fiercely competitive race, Tharushi displayed her prowess by clocking an impressive time of 2 minutes and 3.20 seconds to claim the gold medal. India’s Harmilan Bains secured the silver medal, while China’s Chunyu Wang earned the bronze in this prestigious event.
Tharushi Karunaratne’s victory has garnered widespread acclaim and celebration in Sri Lanka, symbolizing a significant milestone in the nation’s sporting history.
