Story of the Olympian

Personal Best

100m Hurdles – 12.91 sec (1996)
High Jump – 1.75 m

Sriyani Kulawansa, born on March 1, 1970, is a retired Sri Lankan athlete who specialized in hurdling. She is celebrated for her achievements in the 100 meters hurdles, where she brought significant attention to Sri Lankan athletics through her performances on the international stage. Her career is marked by resilience, determination, and a series of noteworthy accomplishments.

Sriyani Kulawansa emerged as a prominent figure in Sri Lankan athletics in the 1990s. She became known for her speed, agility, and technique in the 100 meters hurdles. Her international career is highlighted by numerous medals and significant achievements that have contributed to her legacy as one of Sri Lanka’s finest athletes.

Sriyani Kulawansa’s contributions to athletics extend beyond her medal wins. She has played a crucial role in inspiring and mentoring young athletes in Sri Lanka. Her achievements have paved the way for future generations of Sri Lankan hurdlers and track athletes.

Kulawansa’s success has also brought greater visibility to women’s athletics in Sri Lanka, encouraging more young women to take up sports and pursue their dreams. Her story of perseverance and hard work serves as a powerful example for aspiring athletes.

Sporting Career

1991 in Colombo – Sri Lanka
100m Hur – 13.65sec – Gold Medal
High Jump – 13.78sec – Gold Medal

1993 in Dhaka – Bangladesh
100m Hur – 13.78sec – Gold Medal
4×100 m – Silver Medal

1995 in Delhi – India
100m Hur – 13.34sec – Gold Medal
4x100m – Gold Medal

1999 in Katmandu – Nepal
4x100m – Silver Medal
100m Hur – 13.12sec – Gold Medal

2004 in Islamabad – Pakistan
100m Hur – 13.37sec – Gold Medal
4x100m – Gold Medal

1993 in Stuttgart – Germany
28th

1995 in Gothenburg – Sweden
1997 in Athens – Greece
1997 – 16th – Captain

1999 in Sevilla – Spain
15th – Semifinalist

2001 in Edmonton – Canada

1993 in Manila – Philippines
100m Hur – 13.388ec – Silver Medal

1995 in Jakarta – Indonesia
100mHur – 13.25sec – Gold Medal

1998 in Fukuoka – Japan
100mHur – 13.16sec – Bronze Medal

2002 in Colombo – Sri Lanka
100mHur – 13.43sec – Silver Medal

1994 in Hiroshima – Japan
Finalist – 4th

1998 in Bangkok – Thailand
100mHur – 13.08sec (Captain)- 3rd

2002 in Busan – South Korea
Injured

1998 in Kualalumpur – Malaysia
100m Hur – 12.94sec – 2nd

2002 in Manchester – UK
9th – Semifinalist

1992 in Barcelona – Spain
32

1996 in Atlanta – United States
12.91sec – 15th

2000 in Sydney – Australia
17th

Represented Events

1992 – Barcelona – Spain
1996 – Atlanta – USA
2000 – Sydney – Australia

1993 – Stuttgart – Germany
1995 – Goteborg – Sweden
1997 – Athens – Greece
1999 – Seville – Spain
2001 – Edmonton – Canada

1998 – Kuala Lumpur – Malaysia
2002 – Manchester – UK

1993 – Manila – Philippines
1995 – Jakarta – Indonesia
1998 – Fukuoka – Japan
2002 – Colombo – Sri Lanka

1991 – Colombo – Sri Lanka
1993 – Dhaka – Bangladesh
1995 – Delhi – India
1999 – Katmandu – Nepal
2004 – Islamabad – Pakistan

1994 – Hiroshima – Japan
1998 – Bangkok – Thailand
2002 – Busan – South Korea