Maharashtra Shines with 28 Gold Medals at National Games 2023 in Goa
- Posted on October 29, 2023
- Sports
- By Arijit Dutta
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In a spectacular display of sporting prowess at the National Games 2023 in Goa, Maharashtra surged ahead with a remarkable 28 Gold medals on Day 4, October 28, leaving their competitors in awe. Their exceptional performance propelled them to a total of 49 medals, establishing a commanding lead with 85 medals overall.
In a spectacular display of sporting
prowess at the National Games 2023 in Goa, Maharashtra surged ahead with a
remarkable 28 Gold medals on Day 4, October 28, leaving their competitors in
awe. Their exceptional performance propelled them to a total of 49 medals,
establishing a commanding lead with 85 medals overall.
The defending champions, Services Sports Control Board, didn't lag behind, putting up a strong showing with eight medals
on the fourth day of the competition. Despite their efforts, they held onto the
third position in the overall standings. Haryana, the second-placed team, also
had a stellar day, securing an impressive 15 medals that solidified their
position in the medal count.
The men's rugby final witnessed a
thrilling showdown, with Haryana triumphing over Maharashtra to clinch the
Gold. Meanwhile, in the women's rugby event, Odisha emerged victorious,
defeating Bihar. Haryana further excelled in the Netball - Fast 5 category,
with both their men's and women's teams claiming Gold medals. Rajasthan surged
into the top ten by securing Gold in the men's 33 basketball event, while
Telangana triumphed in the women's 33 basketball category.
Maharashtra's athletes showcased their supremacy in gymnastics, with Sanyukta Kale capturing Gold in the women's Rhythmic Apparatus Clubs. They also dominated the Mallakhamb events, with both the men's and women's teams clinching Gold medals in the Pole/Hanging/Rope event.
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In the fencing arena, Services exhibited
their prowess, securing Gold medals in the men's Sabre (c) and
men's Epee (Kumar Sunil) events, while Punjab claimed victory in the women's
Sabre team event. The tournament's host, Goa, made significant strides on Day
4, amassing a total of 14 medals, including one Gold.
The National Games 2023 has undoubtedly been a showcase of incredible talent and determination, with Maharashtra emerging as the dominant force, setting a high bar for its competitors. As the competition continues, all eyes are on the athletes as they vie for glory in various events.