Vithya Ramraj has achieved notable success at the Asian Games 2026, clinching a bronze medal in the women’s 400m hurdles with a personal-best time of 54.75 seconds. This accomplishment follows her participation in the mixed 4x400m relay, where she played a pivotal role in securing a silver medal on September 24. Her performance exemplifies her dedication and ability to shine both as an individual athlete and a team member.

Highlights of the 400m Hurdles Final

The hurdles final, held on September 28, provided Vithya another opportunity to demonstrate her prowess. Her time of 54.75 seconds not only earned her a podium finish but also marked a significant improvement over her previous personal best of 55.68 seconds, achieved during the last edition of the Asian Games. The gold medal was won by Mariam Kareem of the UAE, who set a new Games record at 54.31 seconds.

Meanwhile, Kazakhstan’s Adelina Zems secured silver with a time of 54.58 seconds. India’s Anu Raghavan, another finalist, finished fifth with a time of 55.88 seconds. This performance adds another chapter to Vithya’s developing history at the Asian Games, with her consistently strong results. Having already medalled in both relay and hurdles competitions, she continues to be a significant asset to Indian athletics.

From Team Success to Individual Achievement

Vithya’s journey in the current Games began with the mixed relay, where she ran a thrilling final leg. Despite entering the closing stretch trailing behind Vietnam, Vithya exhibited resilience, surpassing her competitors and securing silver by a narrow margin of 0.08 seconds. This experience underlined her importance in team events; however, the individual 400m hurdles remains her primary discipline.

Four days later, her accomplishment in the hurdles not only brought her individual recognition but also reinforced her status as a consistent performer. The personal best time achieved in Nagoya underscores her development as an athlete, further embellished by her previous bronze medal at the last Asian Games where she equalled the national record in the heats with a time of 55.42 seconds.

Vithya Ramraj’s recent medals highlight her versatility and commitment to her sport. From valuable contributions in team events to personal milestones, she demonstrates her capability to excel in various contexts. Her performance in Nagoya is a testament to her hard work and dedication, marking her as a significant figure in Indian athletics.

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