Vandana Rao

Vandana Rao
Medal record
Women's athletics
Representing  India
Asian Championships
Gold medal – first place1985 Jakarta4×400 m
Gold medal – first place1987 Singapore4×400 m
Silver medal – second place1987 Singapore4×100 m
Bronze medal – third place1985 Jakarta200 m
Bronze medal – third place1985 Jakarta4×100 m

Vandana Rao is a former Indian track and field athlete who represented India in 1984 and 1988 Olympics in 4 × 400 m women relay race. She is an Asian Games Gold medalist. She was awarded Arjuna award by government of India for her achievements.[1]

Career

Vandana Rao has represented India in the following International athletic events.

Awards

Personal life

She is married to former Indian hockey player and head coach, Joaquim Carvalho.[2]

References

  1. ↑ Imtiaz, Md (14 September 2021). "Vandana Rao — The sprinter who set milestones for Indian women athletes at 1984 Olympics". thebridge.in. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
  2. ↑ "All You Want to Know About the Hockey Couples in Indian Hockey!". Hockey Passion. 19 March 2025. Archived from the original on 22 March 2025. Retrieved 24 March 2025.
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