Sprinter Yupun withdraws from Asian Games

Sri Lankan sprint sensation, Yupun Abeykoon, has announced his withdrawal from the muchanticipated Asian Games set to kick off in China on September 23, 2023. This decision comes as a result of an injury Yupun sustained during his recent race, which has hindered his full recovery.

Yupun Abeykoon, a prominent Sri Lankan athlete, was set to represent the nation at the Asian Games. However, his dedication to his sport and his health concerns have led him to make a difficult decision. 

His team Italy has not shown any optimism about his ability to achieve the same level of success as he did at the beginning of the year. 

This situation is not suitable for him to showcase his best performance at a major competition, and his health risks could potentially impact his career.

"I am truly devastated that I won't be able to compete in the Asian Games this year," said Yupun Abeykoon. "I was looking forward to representing Sri Lanka on the international stage, but my injury has not healed as quickly as I had hoped. I believe it is in my best interest to focus on my recovery and come back stronger in the future."

Yupun Abeykoon’s performances on the track have been nothing short of remarkable, and his dedication to the sport has made him a role model for aspiring athletes in Sri Lanka and beyond. The Athletic Association of Sri Lanka fully supports his decision and wishes him a speedy and complete recovery

The Association is now working on the necessary procedures to officially withdraw Yupun Abeykoon from the Asian Games 2023.