Animesh Kujur Clocks Fastest 100m Time by an Indian Overseas, Finishes Second in Germany Commonwealth Games-bound sprinter Animesh Kujur achieved a significant milestone by recording the fastest-ever 100-meter time by an Indian athlete on foreign soil during the Fast Arms Fast Legs meet in Wetzlar, Germany. The 23-year-old competitor finished second in the event, which is part of the World Athletics Continental Tour Challenger series. His performance in the final saw him clock a personal best of 10.14 seconds, surpassing his earlier time of 10.19 seconds from the heats earlier in the day. This new personal best places Animesh as the second-fastest Indian in the 100m event, trailing only Gurindervir Singh’s national record of 10.09 seconds, set during the Federation Cup in Ranchi in May. Animesh now holds three of the five fastest 100m timings by Indian athletes, a testament to his consistent performance. Prior to Gurindervir’s record-breaking run, Animesh had been the national record holder in the 100m event. Animesh, who primarily competes in the 200m event and also holds the national record in that distance, is set to make his debut at the Commonwealth Games later this month in Glasgow. His recent achievements highlight his potential to compete at the highest level, both in international meets and major multi-sport events. The results underscore the growing competitiveness of Indian sprinters on the global stage, with Animesh’s performance serving as a key indicator of the country’s progress in track and field. The timing of his record-breaking run comes at a crucial juncture as he prepares for the Commonwealth Games, where his performance could further elevate his status as one of India’s top sprinters.#commonwealth_games #gurindervir_singh #animesh_kujur #fast_arms_fast_legs #world_atletics_continental_tour_challenger
