Dhananjana Sewmini Fernando of Lyceum International School, Wattala brought glory to Sri Lanka with a remarkable silver medal finish in the Women’s 100m final at the 6th Asian U-18 Athletics Championships 2025, held in Saudi Arabia. Clocking an impressive time of 11.92 seconds, Dhananjana finished second in a fiercely competitive final, just behind China’s Zhang [...]

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Dhananjana makes Lyceum Wattala proud with Asian U18 Athletics silver medal

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Dhananjana Sewmini Fernando of Lyceum International School, Wattala brought glory to Sri Lanka with a remarkable silver medal finish in the Women’s 100m final at the 6th Asian U-18 Athletics Championships 2025, held in Saudi Arabia.

Clocking an impressive time of 11.92 seconds, Dhananjana finished second in a fiercely competitive final, just behind China’s Zhang Qian who took gold with 11.80 seconds. Her powerful sprint placed her ahead of athletes from India, Malaysia, Thailand, Hong Kong, and South Korea, showcasing not just individual brilliance but also Sri Lanka’s growing prowess in junior athletics.

A proud product of Lyceum Wattala, Dhananjana has consistently demonstrated excellence both on and off the track. Her commitment, discipline, and passion for the sport have earned her not only national recognition but also a place among Asia’s finest young sprinters.

This achievement adds to the rich legacy of Lyceum Wattala’s sporting success, reaffirming its position as a powerhouse in school athletics. The nation beams with pride, and the future looks bright for this rising star in Sri Lankan athletics.

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