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Sri Lankan javelin thrower Pathirage battles equipment crisis before Asian Games
National javelin champion Rumesh Pathirage faces a significant training setback as all three of his competition javelins have sustained damage following extensive use. The Sri Lankan athlete is now scrambling to secure replacement equipment ahead of the 2026 Asian Games.
LSN Sri Lanka ·
Rumesh Pathirage, one of Sri Lanka's leading track and field athletes, has encountered an unexpected obstacle in his preparation for the upcoming Asian Games, with all three javelins in his training arsenal now damaged beyond competitive use.
The damage to his equipment comes after the javelins were put through intensive training sessions, with Pathirage having completed over 90 throws using the trio of implements. The setback threatens to disrupt his preparation schedule as he works toward peak performance for the continental championship.
Pathirage, who has established himself as a competitive force in regional javelin competitions, now faces the urgent task of sourcing replacement javelins that meet international standards. The financial and logistical challenges of acquiring new equipment have added pressure on the athlete during a critical phase of his training cycle.
The 2026 Asian Games will provide Pathirage with a major platform to showcase his abilities on a continental stage. Despite the current equipment difficulties, the javelin thrower remains determined to maintain his competitive edge and achieve selection for Sri Lanka's Games contingent.