Avinash Sable strikes gold in men's 3000m steeplechase at Asian Games 2023

Avinash Sable went one better from the Commonwealth Games.

In a spectacular display of athleticism, Avinash Sable, representing India, clinched the gold medal in the men's 3000m steeplechase event at the Hangzhou Asian Games 2023 on Sunday. Sable's remarkable performance shattered records, as he finished with a stunning time of 8 minutes and 19.50 seconds, breaking the game's record in the process.

This monumental victory marked India's 12th gold medal at the Hangzhou Asian Games and was particularly significant as it secured the nation's first track and field gold in Hangzhou.

In a departure from his usual energy-conservation strategy witnessed at the Budapest World Championships, Sable adopted an aggressive approach, surging ahead to establish a considerable lead over his competitors. The result was nothing short of astonishing, as Sable dominated the race, leaving his rivals trailing far behind. As he approached the final 50m, Sable glanced back only to find no one in close pursuit. With the finish line in sight, he celebrated his imminent triumph.

Sable, who had previously clinched a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, boasts an impressive national record of 8 minutes and 11.20 seconds in the 3000m steeplechase event. His season's best time stands at 8 minutes and 11.63 seconds, securing him the second position among Asian athletes, just behind Miura Ryuji of Japan, whose season's best time is 8 minutes and 9.91 seconds.

Avinash Sable's extraordinary victory not only adds to India's impressive medal tally at the Hangzhou Asian Games but also establishes him as a formidable force in the world of steeplechase athletics. His strategic shift in racing tactics and unwavering determination have not only made history but also inspired a nation.

Avinash Sable, who had previously secured a silver medal at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, boasts an impressive national record in the 3000m steeplechase event, clocking an astonishing 8 minutes and 11.20 seconds. Furthermore, his outstanding season's season-best time of 8:11.63 solidifies his position as the second-fastest athlete among Asians in this discipline