Asian Surfing Championships: Ramesh Budhial becomes 1st Indian to win medal in Open Men’s category

Ramesh Budhial wins bronze in Asian Surfing Championships

News:

• Ramesh Budhial became the first Indian to win a medal at the Asian Surfing Championships by securing bronze in the Open Men’s category.
• The event took place in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.
• Budhial scored 12.60 points, finishing third behind Korea’s Kanoa Heejae (gold, 15.17 points) and Indonesia’s Pajar Ariyana (silver, 14.57 points).
• He is also the first Indian to reach the medal round in this championship.

• Event: Asian Surfing Championships, held in Mahabalipuram, Tamil Nadu.
• Achievement: First Indian to win a medal and reach medal round in Asian Surfing Championships.
• Medal: Bronze in Open Men’s category.
• Significance:
  • Marks India’s growing presence in international surfing sports.
  • Encourages promotion of surfing and water sports in India.
  • Boosts potential for future sports tourism and athlete development in coastal regions.
    
    Updated August 10, 2025, 1:43 PM | Source: NewsOnAir