Gurindervir Singh Sets New Record as Fastest Indian Sprinter
‘A phenomenal achievement’: Tendulkar reacts as Gurindervir scripts history
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Gurindervir Singh made history by becoming the fastest Indian in the men's 100m with a time of 10.09 seconds during the National Senior Federation Competition, breaking the previous national record. Cricket legend Sachin Tendulkar praised his achievement on social media, highlighting the significance of this milestone.
- 01Gurindervir Singh clocked a record time of 10.09 seconds in the men's 100m race.
- 02He is the first Indian sprinter to run under 10.10 seconds, breaking the national record.
- 03The previous record was held by Animesh Kujur, who had a time of 10.18 seconds.
- 04Gurindervir's time is currently the second fastest in Asia this season.
- 05He has qualified for the 2026 Commonwealth Games by surpassing the Athletics Federation of India's mark of 10.16 seconds.
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In a landmark achievement for Indian athletics, Gurindervir Singh became the fastest Indian sprinter in the men’s 100m event, clocking an impressive 10.09 seconds at the National Senior Federation Competition. This remarkable feat not only broke the national record but also made him the first Indian to run under 10.10 seconds. Cricket icon Sachin Tendulkar expressed his pride on social media, calling it a 'phenomenal achievement'. The race was marked by intense competition, with Gurindervir initially breaking the record in the semifinals with a time of 10.17 seconds, only for Animesh Kujur to respond with 10.15 seconds shortly after. However, Gurindervir saved his best performance for the final, finishing ahead of Kujur and securing his place in athletics history. His time is also the second fastest in Asia this season, just behind Japan's Fukuto Komuro, who recorded 10.08 seconds. Additionally, Gurindervir met the qualification standard for the upcoming 2026 Commonwealth Games.
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Gurindervir's achievement is expected to inspire young athletes in India and enhance the visibility of track and field sports in the country.
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