Anand Singh wins javelin gold, India finish Asian U23 Athletics C'ships with 16 medals
Synopsis
On the final day of the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, Anand Singh's last-attempt personal-best of 80.57m clinched javelin gold, while the women's 4x400m relay quartet stormed to victory in 3:33.62 seconds. India ended the meet with 16 medals — a strong statement of depth from the country's next generation of track and field athletes.
Key Takeaways
Anand Singh won the javelin gold with a personal-best throw of 80.57m on his final attempt at the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, China .
Shivam Lohakare claimed bronze in the same event with 77.70m , giving India a gold-bronze double in javelin.
The women's 4x400m relay quartet of Shravani Sachin Sangle , Sandramol Sabu , Pravallika Narimalla , and Nofisa Khatun won gold in 3:33.62 seconds .
India's women's 4x100m relay and men's 4x400m relay each won silver medals.
India's final tally stood at 16 medals — 3 gold , 4 silver , and 9 bronze .
Anand Singh clinched the javelin gold medal and the women's 4x400m relay quartet delivered a commanding victory on the final day of the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, China on Sunday, 12 July, lifting India's overall tally to 16 medals — including three gold, four silver, and nine bronze.
Anand Singh's Personal-Best Javelin Gold
Anand Singh saved his best for last, recording a personal-best throw of 80.57 metres in his final attempt to cross the 80m mark and secure the gold medal. His fellow Indian Shivam Lohakare also made the podium, claiming bronze with a throw of 77.70m, giving India a gold-bronze double in the event.
Women's 4x400m Relay Clinches Gold
The gold-medal-winning relay quartet of Shravani Sachin Sangle, Sandramol Sabu, Pravallika Narimalla, and Nofisa Khatun clocked 3:33.62 seconds to take the top spot. China claimed silver in 3:35.14 seconds, while Kazakhstan settled for bronze in 3:37.65 seconds.
Silver Medals Across Relay Events
India's relay athletes continued to impress across disciplines. The women's 4x100m relay team — comprising Sanjana, Akshaya Saravanan, Sudheeksha V, and Shreeya Rajesh — clocked 44.68 seconds for silver, behind China's winning time of 43.75 seconds. Kazakhstan took bronze in 50.90 seconds.
The men's 4x400m relay team of Astik Pradhan, Sharan Megavarnam, Setu Mishra, and Aman Choudhary also bagged silver, finishing in 3:04.24 seconds. China won gold in 3:03.46 seconds, with Qatar taking bronze in 3:06.19 seconds. The men's 4x100m relay finished fourth with a time of 39.38 seconds.
Other Indian Performances on the Final Day
In the men's high jump, Sudeep finished fifth with a clearance of 2.10m. Bhumeshwory Devi Huidrom placed seventh in the women's 1500m, clocking 4:29.81 seconds. In the race walk events, Sachin Garhwal finished sixth in the men's half marathon race walk with a time of 1:36:48, while Aarti was fourth in the women's half marathon race walk at 1:45:40.
India's Final Medal Tally
India rounded off the inaugural edition of the championships with 16 medals in total — 3 gold, 4 silver, and 9 bronze — underscoring the depth of the country's under-23 athletics talent. The performance sets a strong benchmark as Indian athletics looks to build its pipeline ahead of future continental and global competitions.
Point of View
Anchored by Anand Singh's personal-best in javelin and a dominant women's relay, suggest Indian athletics is producing performers across disciplines, not just marquee events. The relay silver in the men's 4x400m is particularly notable: relay execution at the U23 level often predicts senior team cohesion. The real question is whether Athletics Federation of India can now build structured transition pathways to convert these U23 podium finishes into senior Asian Games and World Championships medals.
NationPress
12 Jul 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What medals did India win at the Asian U23 Athletics Championships 2025?
India won a total of 16 medals at the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships in Ordos, China — 3 gold, 4 silver, and 9 bronze. The gold medals came from Anand Singh in javelin, the women's 4x400m relay, and one earlier event in the championships.
What was Anand Singh's javelin throw at the Asian U23 Athletics Championships?
Anand Singh threw a personal-best 80.57 metres on his final attempt to win the javelin gold medal. His compatriot Shivam Lohakare also made the podium with a bronze-medal throw of 77.70m.
Who were the members of India's gold-winning women's 4x400m relay team?
The gold-winning quartet comprised Shravani Sachin Sangle, Sandramol Sabu, Pravallika Narimalla, and Nofisa Khatun. They clocked 3:33.62 seconds, finishing ahead of China (3:35.14 secs) and Kazakhstan (3:37.65 secs).
How did India's relay teams perform overall at the Asian U23 Athletics Championships?
India's relay teams had a strong showing across events. The women's 4x400m relay won gold, while the women's 4x100m relay and men's 4x400m relay each won silver. The men's 4x100m relay finished fourth.
Where were the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships held?
The inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships were held in Ordos, a city in China, concluding on 12 July.
