
Vithya Ramraj Breaks 42-Year-Old National Record, Wins Bronze in Women's 400m Hurdles at Asian Games
Vithya Ramraj made history at the 2026 Asian Games by winning the bronze medal in the women's 400m hurdles with a personal best time of 54.75 seconds. She broke the 42-year-old national record set by P.T. Usha in the 1984 Olympics and became the first Indian woman to breach the 55-second mark in the event. This is Ramraj's second medal at these Games, having previously won silver in the 4x400m mixed relay.5 sourcesSee all sources
