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Parul Chaudhary Earns Bronze in 5000‑Metre Race at Asian Games

Parul Chaudhary secured the bronze medal in the women's 5000‑metre event at the Asian Games with a time of 15 minutes and 14.61 seconds.

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Bronze medal in women's 5000‑metre race, time 15:14.61.

Second bronze medal after earlier 3000‑metre steeplechase podium.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted her success as motivating for young athletes.

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This was her second bronze at the Games, following a podium finish in the 3000‑metre steeplechase.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi praised her performance as an inspiration for upcoming athletes.

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7 words

bronze

the third‑place award, a brownish metal medal

medal

a small round award given for a sports achievement

5000‑metre

a long-distance race covering about three miles

3000‑metre steeplechase

a race with barriers and water jumps over roughly two miles

Asian Games

a major multi‑sport event featuring athletes from across Asia

inspiration

something that encourages others to try hard

athletes

people who train and compete in sports

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