In the Asian Track Cycling Championship, India showcased remarkable prowess on day two at the Indira Gandhi Indoor Stadium in Delhi yesterday. India emerged as a formidable force, capturing the spotlight with two gold, one silver, and one bronze medal. Notably, all of India's medals came from the Para events, underscoring the nation's commitment to inclusivity and excellence in sports.
In the C2 class 15 km Scratch finals, Arshad Shaikh took home the Gold medal, while Jalaluddin Ansari secured silver. In the women's C2 category of the 15km scratch race, Jyoti Gaderiya emerged as a lone warrior, pedaling her way to claim the gold for India.
Para-athlete Pavan Kumar Kommoji clinched the bronze medal in the fiercely contested C3 class 15km Scratch final race. The gold and silver medals in this event were secured by Adi Raimik of Malaysia and Indonesia's Tifan Abid Alana, respectively.
Despite facing tough competition, Indian cyclists exhibited outstanding performance throughout the day. Currently, India have eight medals, including three gold, three silver, and two bronze, demonstrating the strength and tenacity of its cycling contingent.