Sri Lanka’s Aruna Darshana Advances to 400m Semifinals at Paris 2024

 

Sri Lanka’s Aruna Darshana Advances to 400m Semifinals at Paris 2024

Sri Lankan sprinter Aruna Darshana has made a significant mark at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games by advancing to the semifinals of the Men’s 400m event.

Darshana’s Impressive Heat Performance

Darshana secured his place in the semifinals after finishing third in Heat 5 with a personal best time of 44.99 seconds. This performance not only highlighted his speed but also demonstrated his readiness for the upcoming challenges in the competition.

Heat Results

• Kirani James (Grenada): 1st place with a time of 44.78 seconds
• Christopher Morales-Williams (Canada): 2nd place with a time of 44.96 seconds
• Aruna Darshana (Sri Lanka): 3rd place with a time of 44.99 seconds

Looking Ahead

The semifinals of the Men’s 400m will take place on Tuesday, August 6. Darshana’s advancement marks a notable achievement for Sri Lankan athletics on the global stage, and fans are eagerly anticipating his performance in the next round.

Darshana's entry into the semifinals continues a strong showing for Sri Lankan athletes at these Olympics, and his personal best timing reflects his peak form as he prepares to compete against some of the world’s fastest runners.