The 4x100m relay gold won by Christine Brown, Stephie D’Souza, Violet Peters, and Mary D’Souza at the 1954 Asian Games in Manila, Philippines was a historic achievement in Indian women’s athletics. The team clocked an impressive 49.5 seconds to secure the gold medal in the relay event, setting a significant milestone for India in the realm of track and field.
The 1954 Asian Games were the second edition of the Asian Games, held from May 1 to May 9, 1954, in Manila. This was a major step forward for Indian women in sports, as the 4x100m relay event became one of the standout achievements of the Games. The victory also highlighted India’s growing strength in athletics, as this was one of the most competitive events in the Games.
The time of 49.5 seconds was a remarkable performance for that era and helped solidify the Indian women’s sprint team as one of the best in Asia at the time.
This gold medal was particularly significant as it marked India’s rising success in women’s track and field events on the international stage.
The Indian team’s victory in the relay was a proud moment for Indian athletics, especially after the nation had already made notable strides in the 1951 Asian Games, and it set a foundation for future achievements in Indian women’s athletics.
The Indian women’s 4x100m relay team’s triumph was a testament to the growing participation and excellence of women in Indian sports, and it helped inspire future generations of female athletes in the country.
In the 1954 Asian Games, India finished with 16 golds, 16 silvers, and 18 bronzes, securing third place in the overall medal tally behind Japan and the host nation, the Philippines. This victory in the 4x100m relay was one of the highlights for India at those Games, contributing to the country’s success and sports development.
