India’s cyclists made headlines at the 2026 Asian Track Cycling Championships in Tagaytay, Philippines, setting three national records and securing an impressive medal haul, including 11 medals by the para-cycling team. This marks one of India’s strongest continental performances to date.
🚴 Highlights from the Championships
National Records
- Women’s Team Sprint: Celestina Chelobroy, Triyasha Paul, and Keerthi Rangaswamy clocked 49.525s, breaking their previous record of 50.054s.
- Women’s Team Pursuit: Another record came on the opening day, showcasing India’s growing depth in endurance events.
- Swasti Singh’s Individual Pursuit: Clocked 4:59.660 over 4km, rewriting the national record and finishing 7th in qualifiers.
Para-Cycling Success
- Indian para cyclists trained under the Aditya Mehta Foundation clinched 11 medals (7 silver, 4 bronze).
- Standout performers included Vishwa, who secured five silver medals across multiple events, and strong contributions from Lisha and Pavan Kumar.
Why This Matters for Indian Cycling
- Momentum for 2028 Olympics: These performances highlight India’s rising competitiveness in track cycling, especially among women and para-athletes.
- Depth Across Categories: Success in both sprint and pursuit events shows balanced growth in speed and endurance disciplines.
- Visibility for Para-Cycling: The para team’s medal tally is a breakthrough moment, bringing much-needed recognition to adaptive sports in India.
Indian Cyclists Smash Records at Asian Track Championships 2026
India’s cyclists lit up the velodrome in Tagaytay, Philippines, with a mix of speed, grit, and history-making performances at the Asian Track Cycling Championships 2026.
- Three National Records: The women’s sprint and pursuit teams rewrote the record books, while Swasti Singh’s 4km pursuit effort set a new benchmark.
- Para-Cycling Glory: Athletes trained under the Aditya Mehta Foundation brought home 11 medals, proving India’s strength across all categories.
- Future Looks Bright: With rising stars and consistent performers, India is steadily carving its place in Asian cycling.
This championship wasn’t just about medals—it was about proving that Indian cycling is ready to challenge the best in Asia and beyond.
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