New Delhi ∙ An Olympic champion, 5 Asian champions, 6 Commonwealth medalists… India is heavy with expectations as it prepares for the World Athletics Championship with a line-up of superstars who have shone on international platforms. The 33-member Indian team left for Budapest, Hungary this morning. This is India’s largest contingent in the history of the championship. The matches will be held from August 19 to 27.
This time, 4 men have qualified for the world championship in men’s javelin throw, which has become a favorite event for Indians through Neeraj Chopra. Reigning Diamond League champion Neeraj gets a wild card entry while Rohit Yadav, DP Manu and Kishore Kumar Jena qualify on the basis of ranking. But except Rohit Yadav who is injured, only 3 others will compete in Budapest. Only the men’s 4–400 relay team qualified for the team events while 27 athletes competed in the individual events.
Jump is the key
27 athletes are competing for India in individual events at the World Championships. 8 of them are in jump events. Commonwealth Games champion Eldos Paul, Asian champion Abdullah Abubakar and national record holder Praveen Chitravel will be competing in the men’s triple jump, one of the most eagerly awaited events in the country. M. Sreesankar will be going for his third world championship in men’s long jump.
English Summary : 33 member Indian squad for world athletic championship
2023-08-04 04:52:36
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