India Shines at 2025 Taiwan Athletics Open, Bags 16 Medals Including 12 Gold.

Sports | Dated: 13 Jun 2025

The 2025 Taiwan Athletics Open, a part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Bronze (Category C), was held from June 7 to June 8, 2025, at Taipei Municipal Stadium, Taipei City, Taiwan.

🎯 Key Highlights:

  • - India delivered a stellar performance, clinching 16 medals, which included 12 Gold, 3 Silver, and 1 Bronze.
  • - India surpassed strong contenders Australia and Japan, who secured the 2nd and 3rd positions respectively in the final medal standings.
  • - In the 2024 Taiwan Athletics Open, India had won a total of 7 medals, comprising 3 Gold, 3 Silver, and 1 Bronze, showing a remarkable improvement in 2025.

💡 Other Important Facts:

  • (i) A 34-member Indian contingent displayed exceptional performances across various track and field disciplines.
  • (ii) Notable athletes like Annu Rani (Javelin Throw), Rohit Yadav (Javelin Throw), Jyothi Varraji, and Pooja (800m) were among the top performers, with several delivering record-breaking achievements.

📚 Test Your Knowledge:

Recently, which country dominated the 2025 Taiwan Athletics Open by winning 16 medals?

Correct Answer: India

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About Athletics Federation of India (AFI)

  • President: Bahadur Singh Sagoo
  • Headquarters: New Delhi