Anurag Thakur hails Parul Chaudhary's nail-biting finish in women's 5000m at Asian Games 2023

India's Parul Chaudhary displayed tenacity and tremendous temperament to clinch a gold medal in the women’s 5000m at the Asian Games here on Tuesday, 3 October. The 28-year-old stayed in the top two before stepping up in the final moments to pip Japan's Ririka Hironaka for the top position with a timing of 15:14.75.

For Parul, it was a second medal at the continental championships after she had claimed a silver in the women’s 3000m Steeplechase on Monday.

Indian fans on social media hailed her sensational finish in the event where she put on the afterburners to steal a magical finish. Born on April 15, 1995, Chaudhary has been consistently breaking personal and national records, making her one of India's most



promising athletes.

Sports minister Anurag Thakur tweeted out in amazement stating that her run was unbelievable.

"MAGICAL RUN BY PARUL TO CLINCH GOLD. What an extraordinary race, utterly unbelievable and surreal from Parul," Thakur tweeted out.

"Hats off to Parul Chaudhary on creating history to become the 1st Indian to win a gold medal in the Women's 5000m at the #AsianGames. This remarkable feat came barely 24 hours after winning her 1st medal in yet another gruelling race in athletics. Taking 3rd, then 2nd position, and ultimately propelling herself to glory in the last few meters. She is a true powerhouse - displaying indomitable spirit, stamina, and unwavering determination," he further added.