Indian Athletes Break Records at World Athletics U20 Championships 2024

Pooja Singh sets a new national record in women's high jump at the World Athletics U20 Championships, while Sharuk Khan breaks the men's 3000m steeplechase record. The event, featuring 43 Indian athletes, takes place in Lima from August 28-31.

India athlete Pooja Singh shattered the U20 women's national record in the high jump event, qualifying for the final at the World Athletics U20 Championships. Singh achieved a leap of 1.83m, finishing second in qualification round group B and securing ninth place overall.

In another stellar performance, Indian steeplechaser Sharuk Khan set a new U20 national record in the men's 3000m steeplechase, completing the race in 8:45.12s. The World Athletics U20 Championships 2024, held in Lima from August 28-31, feature a strong Indian contingent of 43 athletes, comprising 23 men and 20 women.

The Indian team includes reigning Asian U20 champions Dipanshu Sharma in javelin throw and Anurag Singh Kaler in shot put. The full list of athletes showcases India's depth in various track and field events.

(With inputs from agencies.)