Guwahati: Young skater Navhyam Nihan Borah from Assam has won a silver medal at the International Speed Skating Championship 2026, held in Jakarta, Indonesia, from May 29 to 31, bringing laurels to both the state and the country.
Representing India alongside skaters from across the country, Navhyam competed against participants from nations including Singapore, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Indonesia.
Demonstrating exceptional skill and determination, he secured the silver medal in the 400-metre Speed Race in the Basic Inline Skating Boys Category C.
In addition to his podium finish, Navhyam delivered commendable performances in other events. He narrowly missed qualifying for the final in the 300-metre race by just a few seconds and reached the semi-finals of the 500-metre race.
He also participated in the International Team Relay (1800 metres) alongside two other Indian skaters. While the team completed the event successfully, they narrowly missed out on a medal based on the final timing.
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This achievement marks another milestone in Navhyam's promising sporting journey. Earlier this year, he emerged as the Champion of the 25th National Speed Skating Championship, held in Chennai in January 2026, further establishing himself as one of India's most promising young skaters.
Beyond winning medals, the championship provided Navhyam with valuable international exposure and an opportunity to compete against some of the region's best young skaters.
His performance has been widely hailed as a moment of immense pride for Assam and an inspiration for aspiring athletes across the state.