Sri Lanka proudly announces that five of its athletes have officially qualified for the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris, France, with three others on the waiting list pending final qualification.
Qualified Athletes
Tharushi Karunarathna: The Asian Games medallist has secured her place in the Women’s 800m event, representing Sri Lanka in track and field. Karunarathna’s consistent performance and dedication have earned her this prestigious opportunity.
Dilhani Lekamge: Ranked 26th among the top 32 qualifiers, Lekamge will compete in the Women’s Javelin Throw. She is currently Sri Lanka’s highest-ranked athlete for the Paris Olympics.
Viren Nettasinghe: Making history as the youngest Sri Lankan to directly qualify for the Olympics, Nettasinghe will compete in the Badminton Men’s Singles.
Kyle Abeysinghe: Abeysinghe has received a Universality Place to compete in the Men’s 100m Freestyle in swimming, showcasing his prowess in the water.
Ganga Seneviratne: Similarly, Seneviratne has been granted a Universality Place to participate in the Women’s 100m Backstroke, highlighting her swimming talents.
Athletes on the Waiting List
Aruna Dharshana: Holding a world rank of 51, Dharshana might get a chance to compete in the Men’s 400m event if three other athletes withdraw, allowing him to move into the group of 48 qualified athletes.
Yupun Abeykoon: The former Olympian and South Asian record holder may qualify for the Men’s 100m if a slot opens due to another athlete’s failure to qualify, potentially granting him a Universality Place.
Rumesh Tharanga: Based on his recent achievements in Javelin Throw, Tharanga may also get an opportunity to compete in the Men’s Javelin Throw.
The 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris are scheduled from 26 July to 11 August 2024, promising an exciting and competitive atmosphere. Sri Lanka’s athletes are gearing up to showcase their best performances on this global stage.
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