Indian athlete Avinash Sable was felicitated by the Indian army for winning two medals, including gold, at the Hangzhou Asian Games. He mentioned that winning medals boosts an athlete’s confidence. Sable explained that he felt very good after winning two medals, specifically a gold in the Men’s 3000m and a silver in the 5000m. He admitted that he didn’t have much experience in the 5000m, but still managed to secure medals in both events.
Sable emphasized that winning medals contributes significantly to boosting an athlete’s confidence and highlighted the need for rigorous training in preparation for the upcoming Paris Olympics. He also acknowledged the Indian Army’s pivotal role in enabling his sports journey. Army Chief General Manoj Pande honoured athletes from the Indian Army for their outstanding performances at the 19th Asian Games.
General Pande expressed immense pride in the accomplishments of the army’s sportspersons, commending their dedication to the flag and their contributions in bringing medals to the nation. In total, the Indian contingent secured 107 medals at the Asian Games, including 28 Gold, 38 Silver, and 41 Bronze.
Among these, the army’s sportspersons contributed 20 medals, comprising 3 Gold, 7 Silver, and 10 Bronze medals. Avinash Sable’s remarkable achievements include clinching a gold medal in the men’s 3000m steeplechase and breaking the Games Record.
Additionally, he secured a silver medal in the men’s 5000m, marking a significant milestone in his sports career. Sable’s remarkable performance at the Silesia Diamond League meet secured his qualification for the 2024 Paris Olympics as he achieved a time of 8 minutes 11:63 seconds, surpassing the Olympics qualifying mark of 8:15.00. Sable fin
