Synopsis
The 38th National Games commenced with Chhattisgarh securing two gold medals in weightlifting, while Maharashtra led the overall medal count with six medals. Notable performances included Sufna Jasmin from Kerala and Vijay Kumar from Chhattisgarh, who excelled in their respective categories.Key Takeaways
- Chhattisgarh wins two gold medals.
- Maharashtra leads overall medal tally.
- Sufna Jasmin of Kerala excels in women’s 45kg category.
- Vijay Kumar matches national record in men’s 55kg.
- Exciting competition ahead as records are targeted.
Dehradun (Uttarakhand), Jan 30 (NationPress) The weightlifting competition at the 38th National Games commenced with great excitement, showcasing Chhattisgarh as a formidable competitor on Day 1. The state secured two gold medals, while Maharashtra took the lead in the overall medal tally with a total of six medals, which included one silver and four bronze.
In the women’s 45kg category, Sufna Jasmin from Kerala impressed everyone with her strength, winning gold with a total lift of 159 kg. She succeeded with 72 kg in Snatch and 87 kg in Clean & Jerk, even though she was unsuccessful in two attempts at 93 kg. Dipali Gursale from Maharashtra took home the silver with 151 kg (comprising 69 kg Snatch, 82 kg Clean & Jerk), while Rani Nayak of Madhya Pradesh secured bronze with 146 kg.
In an exhilarating contest in the men’s 55kg division, Vijay Kumar from Chhattisgarh equaled the national clean-and-jerk record by lifting 143 kg, bringing his total to 248 kg and winning gold. Mukund Santosh Aher from Maharashtra claimed silver with a total of 247 kg, while Goud Akash Shrinivas from Maharashtra earned bronze with 244 kg.
The gold rush continued for Chhattisgarh in the women’s 49kg category as Gyaneshwari Devi dominated with a total lift of 191 kg (comprising 85 kg Snatch, 106 kg Clean & Jerk). Sarika from Maharashtra seized silver with 179 kg, while Komal Kohar from Haryana also earned bronze with a lift of 179 kg.
The Services Sports Control Board’s Ch. Rishikanta Singh secured first place in the men’s 61kg category with a total lift of 273 kg (including 122 kg Snatch and 151 kg Clean & Jerk). Sanket Mahadeva Sargar from Maharashtra achieved silver with 259 kg, while his teammate Shubham Tanaji Todkar earned bronze with a total of 254 kg.
As the competition intensifies, participants are gearing up for even more thrilling displays. With national records within reach, the excitement is escalating as the National Games progress.
Day 1 Medal Tally – Weightlifting
Maharashtra – 6 Medals (1 Gold, 1 Silver, 4 Bronze)
Chhattisgarh – 2 Gold Medals
Kerala – 1 Gold Medal
Madhya Pradesh – 1 Bronze Medal
Haryana – 1 Bronze Medal
Services Sports Control Board – 1 Gold Medal.
