The Records
Two Indian national record holders are set to showcase their talents at the ongoing 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest, Hungary. Day 6 of the competition will witness Jeswin Aldrin competing in the men’s long jump final, while Ram Baboo will participate in the men’s 35km walk.
During the qualification rounds, Aldrin made a significant leap of 8 meters in his initial attempt on Wednesday. Despite fouling in his subsequent two attempts, his first jump secured his spot in the final. He concluded 6th in Group B and ranked 12th among all qualifiers. The Indian team experienced a mixed day, with four athletes participating, yet only two advancing to the finals.
Parul Chaudhary
In a noteworthy accomplishment, Parul Chaudhary became the second Indian female athlete ever to reach the finals of a track event at the World Championships. She achieved a remarkable 5th place finish in the women’s 3000m steeplechase heat, completing the race in a personal best time of 9 minutes and 24.29 seconds.
Murali Sreeshankar
While Aldrin successfully secured a spot in the final, Murali Sreeshankar faced disappointment with a series of jumps measuring 7.74m, 7.66m, and 6.70m across his three attempts. His performance placed him 12th in Group A and 22nd overall. Aldrin’s qualification marks the second instance of an Indian male jumper reaching the finals of the championships, following Sreeshankar’s achievement in the previous year’s event held in the USA.
Annu Rani
In the women’s javelin throw, national record holder Annu Rani made her attempt in the qualification round. Her throw measured 57.05 meters, resulting in an 11th-place finish in Group A and an overall 19th position.
In summary, the ongoing 2023 World Athletics Championships in Budapest have showcased the participation of two accomplished Indian athletes. Aldrin’s impressive entry into the men’s long jump final and Ram Baboo’s appearance in the men’s 35km walk underline India’s presence on the global athletics stage. Additionally, Parul Chaudhary’s remarkable accomplishment as the second Indian female athlete to qualify for a track event final highlights the country’s growing prowess in the world of athletics.
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