The 59th Sri Lanka Army Athletics Tournament concluded at the Sugathadasa Stadium on 31 March 2023, marking a remarkable event with outstanding performances.
Notably, Craftsman K. Puvitaran with 5.17 metres in the high jump, set a national record. Sri Lanka Artillery team excelled in the men's 200 m relay , setting a new national record with a time of 1:29:93 minutes.
Staff Sergeant S. Aruna Dharshana of Sri Lanka Artillery was honoured as the best player of the tournament, while Staff Sergeant Nadeesha Ramanayake of Sri Lanka Army Women’s Corps was recognised as the most talented sportswoman.
Sri Lanka Electrical and Mechanical Engineering secured the overall championship in the men's division. In the women's category, the Sri Lanka Army Women's Corps claimed the title.
(SL Army Media)