Kuldeep Kumar Sets New National Pole Vault Record at Indian Indoor Open
Madhya Pradesh pole vaulter Kuldeep Kumar smashes national record in Indian Indoor Open
Hindustan Times
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Kuldeep Kumar, a 21-year-old pole vaulter from Madhya Pradesh, set a new national record by clearing 5.41 meters at the inaugural Indian Indoor Open Combined Events and Pole Vault Competition in Bhubaneswar, India. This achievement surpassed the previous record of 5.40 meters held by Dev Kumar Meena, who finished third in the competition.
- 01Kuldeep Kumar set a new national pole vault record of 5.41 meters.
- 02The previous record of 5.40 meters was held by Dev Kumar Meena.
- 03Kumar won the competition on his first attempt at the new record height.
- 04Reegan G from Tamil Nadu took silver with a jump of 5.25 meters.
- 05N Thowfeeq of NCOE Trivandrum led the heptathlon on Day One with 2943 points.
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During the inaugural Indian Indoor Open Combined Events and Pole Vault Competition held in Bhubaneswar, Kuldeep Kumar (21) from Madhya Pradesh achieved a remarkable feat by breaking the national pole vault record with a jump of 5.41 meters. This surpassed the previous record of 5.40 meters, set by fellow Madhya Pradesh athlete Dev Kumar Meena, who finished third with a height of 5.20 meters. Kumar's winning jump came on his first attempt, showcasing his talent in his debut indoor event. Reegan G from Tamil Nadu secured the silver medal with a jump of 5.25 meters. Despite aiming for a height of 5.46 meters, Kumar was unable to clear it in three attempts. The competition also featured an exciting heptathlon, where N Thowfeeq of NCOE Trivandrum led with 2943 points on Day One.
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Kuldeep Kumar's achievement may inspire young athletes in Madhya Pradesh and boost interest in pole vaulting as a sport.
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