Chennai:
India capped off a highly successful campaign at the Track Asia Cup with standout sprint victories from Rojit Singh Yanglem and Celestina, underlining the host nation’s growing dominance in continental track cycling.
Rojit delivered a powerful performance in the men’s 200m sprint, clocking an impressive time in the finals to secure the gold medal. His explosive speed and control through the race helped him outclass a strong field of Asian competitors.
On the women’s side, Celestina matched the feat with a commanding win in the women’s 200m sprint, sealing India’s double triumph in the marquee sprint events on the final day of competition at the SDAT Cycling Velodrome.
India Finish on Top of Medal Table
India emerged as the most successful nation at the UCI Class-2 Track Asia Cup, finishing at the top of the medals table with an extensive haul across sprint, keirin and endurance events. The hosts consistently featured on the podium throughout the three-day meet, reflecting the depth and preparation of the national squad.
Several other Indian cyclists also impressed, particularly in the keirin events, where India claimed multiple medals in both elite and junior categories. The strong showing highlighted the steady rise of India’s sprint programme on the Asian circuit.
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The performances at the Track Asia Cup have provided a significant boost to India’s preparations for upcoming international competitions, including the Asian Cycling Championships. Officials and coaches have expressed optimism that the results in Chennai will translate into stronger showings at higher-level meets later in the season.
With consistent podium finishes and emerging sprint stars, India’s track cycling programme continues to gain momentum, signalling a promising future on the continental and global stage.
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