As we step into 2026, I, Karuppiah Ramakrishnan, General Secretary of the Sri Lanka Sports Journalists Association, extend my warmest New Year greetings to all sports journalists, athletes, and sports enthusiasts across Sri Lanka and around the world.
May this year be guided by hope, strengthened by unity, and driven by the determination to achieve excellence in every arena of life and sport. To our athletes, both domestic and global, your passion, dedication, and resilience continue to inspire generations. Your achievements remind us that hard work, discipline, and perseverance know no boundaries, whether on local grounds or international stages.
To my fellow sports journalists, who tirelessly bring the stories of triumph, struggle, and spirit to the public, may 2026 provide you with new opportunities to showcase the stories that celebrate human endurance, fair play, and the transformative power of sports. Your role in amplifying the voices of athletes and shaping the sports narrative is invaluable.
Let this New Year be one where Sri Lanka continues to rise in sporting excellence, our athletes shine on global platforms, and sports journalists uphold the highest standards of reporting and storytelling. Together, let us make 2026 a year of shared pride, achievement, and inspiration, as we celebrate the unifying power of sports across nations.
Wishing everyone a prosperous, joyful, and sport-filled New Year!
Karuppiah Ramakrishnan
General Secretary, Sri Lanka Sports Journalists Association