Vithya Ramraj Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women’s 400m Hurdles
India's Vithya Ramraj delivered a stellar performance to secure a bronze medal in the Women's 400m hurdles final at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, clocking a new personal best of 54.75 seconds. This marks another significant achievement for the 28-year-old athlete on the international stage.
Indian athletics continues to shine at the Aichi-Nagoya 2026 Asian Games, with Vithya Ramraj adding a bronze medal to the nation's tally in a thrilling Women's 400m hurdles final held earlier today. The Coimbatore-born athlete displayed remarkable prowess, crossing the finish line with a new personal best time of 54.75 seconds. Esha Singh Wins Silver Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Women's 25m Pistol.
The highly anticipated final took place at the Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium in Nagoya, Japan, on Monday, September 28, 2026. The race, which commenced at 7:23 PM Japan Standard Time (JST), equivalent to 3:53 PM Indian Standard Time (IST), saw a fierce competition among Asia's top hurdlers. Mariam Kareem of the UAE claimed the gold medal with a time of 54.31 seconds, while Adelina Zems of Kazakhstan secured silver, clocking 54.58 seconds.
Vithya Ramraj's Journey to the Podium
Born on September 20, 1998, Vithya Ramraj, now 28 years old, has consistently been a formidable force in Indian athletics, specializing in both 400m and 400m hurdles events. Her bronze medal performance today is a testament to her dedication and continuous improvement. Just yesterday, on September 27, Ramraj had qualified for the final by finishing second in her heat with a season-best of 55.73 seconds, demonstrating her readiness for the medal round.
This is not Vithya Ramraj's first brush with Asian Games glory. At the previous edition, the 2022 Asian Games (held in 2023), she famously equalled the legendary P.T. Usha's national record of 55.42 seconds in the 400m hurdles. That same year, she secured a bronze medal in the 400m hurdles and a silver medal as part of the 4x400m mixed relay team. Her career also includes a bronze medal at the 2025 Asian Athletics Championships in Gumi and representing India at the 2024 Paris Olympics in the women's 4x400m relay. Pincky Balhara Wins Bronze Medal at Asian Games 2026 in Kurash.
Vithya Ramraj: Key Highlights
| Attribute | Detail |
|---|---|
| Athlete | Vithya Ramraj |
| Event | Women's 400m Hurdles |
| Medal | Bronze |
| Result | 54.75 seconds (New Personal Best) |
| Date & Time | Monday, September 28, 2026, 7:23 PM JST (3:53 PM IST) |
| Venue | Nagoya City Mizuho Park Athletic Stadium, Nagoya, Japan |
| Career Highlights | - Bronze Medal, Women's 400m Hurdles, Asian Games 2026
- Equalled National Record (55.42s) in 400m Hurdles at Asian Games 2022 (2023) - Bronze Medal, 400m Hurdles, Asian Games 2022 (2023) - Silver Medal, 4x400m Mixed Relay, Asian Games 2022 (2023) - Represented India at 2024 Paris Olympics (4x400m relay) - Bronze Medal, 400m Hurdles, Asian Championships 2025 - Gold Medal, 400m Hurdles, National Federation Cup 2025 |
Ramraj's consistent performances and her ability to deliver personal bests on major platforms underscore her importance to Indian athletics. Her bronze medal is a source of immense pride and an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the nation.
(The above story first appeared on LatestLY on Sep 28, 2026 04:31 PM IST. For more news and updates on politics, world, sports, entertainment and lifestyle, log on to our website latestly.com).
