Noida, July 31 -- In a landmark achievement for Indian sports, 17-year-old skating prodigy Anish Raj from Noida, Uttar Pradesh, has secured the gold medal in the 1-Lap Road Category at the 20th Asian Roller-Skating Championships held in South Korea from 19-30 July 2025.

The event witnessed participation from elite athletes from across Asia competing in disciplines such as inline freestyle, speed skating, rink hockey, artistic skating, and skateboarding, as per a press release.

The prestigious championship witnessed participation from 14 countries, with Indian players making a significant impact through their stellar performances across multiple categories, reinforcing the nation's growing prominence in roller sports on the continental s...