An electrifying display of talent unfolded at the Senior Nationals Federation Cup athletics in Ranchi as Gurvindervir Singh and Vishal TK showcased remarkable performances. Gurvindervir Singh, representing Reliance, blazed through the men’s 100m event in 10.09 seconds, setting a new record and securing a spot in the Glasgow Commonwealth Games with a time of 10.16 seconds. His coach, James Hillier, anticipates further progress from the sprinter.
Vishal TK made history by becoming the first Indian athlete to complete the 400m race in under 45 seconds on home soil, clocking an impressive 44.98 seconds. Visualizing success, Vishal TK expressed confidence in achieving this feat. Meanwhile, Tejaswin Shankar achieved a significant milestone by surpassing 8000 points in the decathlon, setting a new national record and meeting the Glasgow Commonwealth Games qualification mark.
In a day filled with outstanding performances, athletes like Animesh Kujur also showcased their prowess but fell short against the record-breaking runs of Gurvindervir Singh and Vishal TK. The event witnessed a display of exceptional talent and determination, setting the stage for future competitions at the global level.
