Baranica Elangovan Wins Historic Bronze For India In Women's Pole Vault Final At Asian Games

News18 - Sep 25, 2026

Elangovan entered her name in the record books on Friday (September 25) by winning a historic bronze medal for India in the women's pole vault event.

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