Vithya Ramraj Celebrates Asian Games Success with Heartwarming Dance Video
A Joyful Celebration of Sisterhood
Vithya Ramraj, a sprinter who secured three medals at the 2026 Asian Games, recently shared a delightful dance video featuring her twin sister, Nithya Ramraj. This charming clip showcases their strong bond and the joy they share together.
At the 2026 Asian Games, Vithya achieved remarkable success, winning gold in the women's 4x400m relay, silver in the mixed 4x400m relay, and bronze in the women's 400m hurdles, where she notably broke the national record previously held by the legendary sprinter PT Usha. Her performance in the relay was particularly noteworthy, as she anchored the team to a thrilling victory for India.
A Record-Breaking Journey
These latest medals add to the three she earned during the 2023 Asian Games held in Hangzhou, China, bringing her total to six medals across both events. Vithya played a pivotal role in India's relay teams, showcasing her talent and dedication.
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‘Two Hearts, One Rhythm’
As Vithya continues to win hearts with her athletic achievements, she also brings joy to her fans through lighthearted moments. In a recent Instagram post, she and Nithya, each holding a medal, danced in perfect harmony, celebrating her outstanding accomplishments on the continental stage. Vithya captioned the video: “Two hearts, one rhythm, endless memories! No celebration is complete without a crazy dance with my twin!”
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Meet Vithya Ramraj
Originating from Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, Vithya Ramraj has overcome significant financial challenges, growing up as the daughter of a truck driver alongside her twin sister, Nithya. The sisters initially played hockey before transitioning to athletics when they moved to a new school in Erode.
After enrolling at Kongu Arts and Science College in Erode, where she studied Business Administration from 2016 to 2019, Vithya began competing at the national level. Under the guidance of Dr. A. Sankar, she gained recognition and excelled in various competitions.
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Initially focusing on the 100m and 200m sprints, Vithya switched to the 400m and 400m hurdles in 2017, a decision that proved fruitful as she earned her first national accolades at the 2023 Hangzhou Asian Games, equaling PT Usha's record.
In 2025, she won a bronze medal in the women's 400m hurdles at the Asian Athletics Championships, and in 2026, she continued her impressive streak with three medals at the Asian Games, including gold in the women's 4x400m relay.
Since 2021, Vithya and Nithya have been training under Nehpal Singh Rathore at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in Chennai.
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