For successfully completing its fitness programme, the MoS awarded Alahakoon a certificate to train up-and-coming athletes. Earlier in his career, representing Sri Lanka at the Asian Masters Championship in 2017, he equaled the O-55 years 200m record of 27.03secs. At the 2018 World Masters Championship held in Spain, Alahakoon finished 17th, out of 248 athletes. Alahakoon will now travel to Kuching, Malaysia, to represent Sri Lanka at the 21st Asian Masters Athletic Championship to be held from December 2-6. On his return, he will start training for the 2020 World Masters Championship in Canada.

Source: Sunday Times October 19, 2019 18:56 UTC