Gumi (South Korea), May 30: In the Asian Athletics Championship 2025, India put on a strong performance on the third day, Thursday, achieving second place in the medal table. The golden victories of Avinash Sable, Jyoti Yaraji, and the women's 4x400 meter relay team earned India this significant achievement.

On the third day, India overturned the medal table by winning three gold medals. Avinash Sable proved his superiority in the men's 3000-meter steeplechase, while Jyoti Yaraji finished brilliantly in the women's 100-meter hurdles, securing gold for herself. Additionally, the women's 4x400 meter relay team brought pride to the nation by clinching the third gold medal.

According to the current statistics, China remains at the top of the medal table with 21 medals (12 gold, 6 silver, 3 bronze). India has reached second place with a total of 14 medals, comprising 5 gold, 6 silver, and 3 bronze. Japan has also won 21 medals, like China, but with only 4 gold, which is why it stands in third place.

Qatar is in fourth place, having won 2 gold and 1 bronze medal so far. Iran is in fifth place with 2 gold medals, although it has yet to secure any silver or bronze medals.Now all eyes are on May 31The Asian Athletics Championship will conclude on May 31, and it is expected that India will be able to increase its medal tally further. The current performance has proven that Indian athletes have now become strong contenders for the top position in Asia.

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