Anandkumar Velkumar wins Gold at Speed Skating World Championships 2025

Event: Senior Men’s 1000m Sprint, Speed Skating World Championships 2025  at Beidaihe,China.

Achievement: Became India’s first-ever World Champion in skating.

Significance:

• Historic milestone for Indian sports – first global gold medal in skating.

• Boosts recognition for non-cricket sports in India, especially skating.

• Expected to inspire youth participation in emerging sports.