Amar Singh Devanda Leads India to Historic Ultra-Run Win

In a display of grit and precision, Amar Singh Devanda powered India to glory at the IAU 24 Hour Asia and Oceania Championship in Japan. Covering 282.881 kilometers in a single day, he claimed the men’s individual gold and anchored a remarkable team victory. The Indian men’s unit totaled 815.833 kilometers, outpacing Japan and Australia to lift the team gold while completing a clean sweep of the men’s podium. Gino Antony’s 272.894 kilometers secured silver, ensuring India’s dominance remained unchallenged. The women’s team added to the medal haul with a bronze finish at 667.722 kilometers, thanks in part to Tenjin Dolma’s fourth-place individual performance. Japan’s Miho Nakata impressed on home soil, winning the women’s race by a 20-kilometer margin. With 81 athletes competing across nine nations, the event tested limits of human endurance. India’s success marks a continuation of excellence, building on previous regional titles and signaling a new era for the nation’s ultra-running community. The achievement underscores the depth of talent and preparation within the Indian athletics setup.