A wave of record-breaking performances lifts CDB to championship success
Citizens Development Business Finance PLC (CDB) sprinted to the finish line with a powerhouse performance at the 40th Mercantile Athletic Meet, reaffirming its place among the nation’s top corporate sporting contenders with a series of exceptional achievements. Team CDB’s outstanding display featured new meet records, top individual titles and commanding overall rankings, showcasing both athletic prowess and CDB’s commitment to nurturing a winning culture.
This year, CDB athletes produced a wave of remarkable record-breaking moments. Bhakthi Wijesinghe set a new meet record in the Over-30 Women’s Triple Jump with a distance of 8.85m, while Gayan Thanthirige shattered the Over-30 200m record with an impressive 23.68 seconds.
In the Championship Category, A.P. Krishandan soared to a new Long Jump record with 7.18m, and Umaya Rathnayake delivered a blazing 57.87 seconds in the 400m hurdles to add another Championship record to CDB’s tally.
Meanwhile, in the Novices Category, Thiviyan Puvika secured the 110m Hurdles record with a time of 17.30 seconds, rounding off an extraordinary set of performances.
Beyond the new records, CDB celebrated several standout individual victories. Bhakthi Wijesinghe won Best Athlete in the Over-30 Women’s category, while A.P. Krishandan emerged as a double-title winner, clinching both the Best Athlete – Championship Men and the prestigious Overall Best Athlete – Men titles. His dominance on the field established him as one of the star performers of the meet. This title of Overall Best Athlete – Men was won for the third consecutive year by Team CDB.
CDB’s collective efforts translated into strong overall results, finishing 5th among more than 51 competing companies with a remarkable 165 points. The team also captured both the Women’s and Men’s Overall Championships in the Champion Category, underscoring the depth, consistency, and competitive spirit across the squad.
The organisation’s success at the 40th Mercantile Athletic Meet reflects more than athletic achievement; it represents CDB’s commitment to developing well-rounded professionals, fostering sportsmanship and empowering its people to excel beyond their roles. By championing resilience, teamwork and performance excellence, CDB continues to cultivate a winning culture that thrives both on and off the field.
