In an exhilarating display of talent and teamwork, the Indian quartet of Jay Kumar, Neeru Pahtak, Rihan Chaudhary, and Sandramol Sabu secured their spot in the 4x400m mixed relay final at the World Athletics U20 Championships held in Lima, Peru. Their performance on Tuesday saw them finish third overall among the 20 competing teams, clocking a season-best time of 3:22.54 seconds.
India’s performance at the World Athletics U20 Championships
The Indian team delivered a stellar performance in heat one, securing a second-place finish with their impressive timing. Clocking their fastest time of the season, the quartet demonstrated their determination and skill.
🚨Indian Mixed 4x400m Relay Qualified 🚨
The Indian mixed relay team has qualified for the finals of the mixed 4x400m relay, clocking their season-best time of 3:22.54 in Heat 1, finishing 2nd after Australia at U20 World Athletics Championships!!!!
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Australia’s Jordan Gilbert, Bella Pasquali, Jack Deguara and Sophia Gregorevic topped the standings with a timing of 3:21.10. The Polish quartet of Michał Kijewski, Wiktoria Gajosz, Stanisław Strzelecki and Zofia Tomczyk recorded the overall second best timing with a season-best effort of 3:21.92s.
As the anticipation builds for the final, Indian fans eagerly await the chance to witness their young athletes compete on the global stage.
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