DFCC Bank Athletes Shine at the 41st Annual Mercantile Athletics Championships 2026

DFCC Bank’s Athletics Team delivered an impressive performance at the 41st Annual Mercantile Athletics Championships 2026, securing a total of 15 medals – five gold, two silver and eight bronze – across a range of track and field events.

The three-day championship, held from 21 to 23 August 2026 at the Mahinda Rajapaksa Stadium, brought together nearly 1,800 athletes representing 46 companies from Sri Lanka’s mercantile sector, providing a competitive platform for athletes to demonstrate their sporting talent and determination.

Among DFCC Bank’s standout performers was Chanidu Senash, who claimed two gold medals in the Novices Men’s category, winning both the 110m Hurdles and Triple Jump. He also secured fifth place in the Long Jump.

Ruwan Madushanka added two more gold medals to DFCC Bank’s tally in the Men’s 35+ category, taking first place in both the 400m and 1,500m Race Walk, while also securing bronze in the 400m Hurdles.

Continuing the Bank’s strong showing, Sahan Rodrigo won gold in the Men’s 40+ High Jump and secured bronze in Shot Put. Kalpani Wasalage earned two silver medals in the Women’s 30+ category in Discus Throw and Javelin Throw, while finishing fourth in Shot Put.

DFCC Bank athletes also delivered several notable bronze-medal performances. Geemali Athukorala secured bronze in both Javelin Throw and Shot Put in the Women’s 30+ category, while Nirasha Madakumbura won bronze in Hammer Throw and Shot Put in the Novices Women’s category. Zamri Hayauddin secured bronze in the Men’s 30+ Triple Jump, while Dumith Samarathunga earned bronze in the Men’s 30+ Javelin Throw.

Beyond the medal-winning performances, several other members of Team DFCC achieved strong placements across individual and relay events, reflecting the depth of talent within the Bank’s athletics team. Athletes competed across sprinting, jumping, throwing, race walking and relay events, demonstrating commitment, teamwork and competitive spirit throughout the championship.

The achievements at the 41st Annual Mercantile Athletics Championships reflect DFCC Bank’s commitment to encouraging employees to pursue excellence beyond the workplace and maintain an active and well-rounded lifestyle. 

About DFCC Bank

DFCC Bank PLC, established in 1955 and listed on the Colombo Stock Exchange since 1956, is one of Sri Lanka’s leading financial institutions. Regulated by the Central Bank of Sri Lanka and rated A (lka) by Fitch Ratings, the Bank offers a comprehensive portfolio of retail, corporate, and SME banking services, along with treasury, investment, and trade finance solutions.

With customer centricity and sustainable innovation at its core, DFCC Bank delivers seamless and secure banking experiences, which include digital platforms like DFCC MySpace, and through a network of 133 branches and access to over 6,000 ATMs via the LankaPay network.

A recognised leader in sustainable finance and renewable energy initiatives, DFCC Bank is committed to reducing environmental impact and fostering long-term economic resilience.