Anandkumar Velkumar wins gold in the 42km marathon at the 2025 World Speed Skating Championships in China:
Anandkumar Velkumar, a 22-year-old skater from India, scripted history at the 2025 World Speed Skating Championships in China. He clinched gold in the men’s 42km marathon, marking India’s first-ever world championship title in speed skating.Velkumar’s story is as inspiring as his achievements. His skating journey began on a cement badminton court near his home, where he trained tirelessly despite limited resources.
