SLT-MOBITEL CONGRATULATES BRAND AMBASSADOR RUMESH THARANGA ON HISTORIC ASIAN GAMES GOLD
Sri Lanka’s first-ever Asian Games javelin gold medallist welcomed home in style
SLT-MOBITEL extends its heartfelt congratulations to Brand Ambassador Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage on becoming the first Sri Lankan athlete to win an Asian Games gold medal in the javelin throw, following his historic throw of 88.55 metres at the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
Competing against a formidable field which included reigning Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem of Pakistan, Rumesh Tharanga’s triumph adds another milestone to an outstanding 2026 season which has already seen him crowned Diamond League Champion in Brussels and World Athletics Ultimate Champion in Budapest, cementing his place among the finest javelin throwers in the world.
As Sri Lanka’s National telco, SLT-MOBITEL is committed to backing Rumesh Tharanga as he strives for new heights of excellence on the field. His latest momentous achievement marks another significant milestone in the country’s sporting history and further reflects SLT-MOBITEL’s commitment to powering both Tharanga’s and the nation’s shared Olympic dream. Through its support for Rumesh’s journey towards Olympic glory, SLT-MOBITEL continues to represent the nation’s pursuit of excellence on the global stage.
Upon his arrival at Bandaranaike International Airport, Tharanga was accorded a special welcome by SLT-MOBITEL. Asitha Jayasekara, General Manager; Kapila Kulasena, Deputy General Manager; Pushpa Tharanaga, Deputy General Manager; and Dilkushan Perera, Deputy General Manager, welcomed the hero back home in celebration of his historic achievement.
From a promising fast bowler to Asia’s finest javelin thrower, Tharanga’s journey showcases the same determination, discipline, and pursuit of excellence SLT-MOBITEL has consistently celebrated.
The latest momentous achievement in the country’s sporting history reaffirms SLT-MOBITEL’s continued commitment to advance and stand by Sri Lanka’s athletes on the global stage.
As Rumesh continues his outstanding rise, SLT-MOBITEL reiterates the resolve to support him to reach even greater heights, inspiring a new generation of Sri Lankan athletes along the way.
