Food poisoning couldn't deny Selva Prabhu a dream CWG bronze
Speaking to NNIS after winning bronze in the men's triple jump, Selva admitted that the days leading up to the competition had been among the toughest of his career, making his place on the podium even more satisfying. I couldn't sleep properly over the last…
Speaking to NNIS after winning bronze in the men's triple jump, Selva admitted that the days leading up to the competition had been among the toughest of his career, making his place on the podium even more satisfying. I couldn't sleep properly over the.
The 21-year-old's bronze came at the end of a tense final where he reclaimed a podium place with his fifth attempt, completing another memorable evening for Indian athletics. It also ensured India celebrated a second successive Commonwealth Games double podium in the men's triple.
What Happened
For Selva, the bronze carried emotions that stretched far beyond the distance on the scoreboard. The Madurai-born jumper was competing in his first senior international championship, having spent the past few years making his name through the junior circuit before winning the.
Selva's medal completed another chapter in India's growing success story in the men's triple jump.
I feel I could have jumped a little farther, but it's all about the day.
Even after standing on the podium, Selva believed there was more to come.
Key Details
Glasgow was his biggest test yet, and one he had feared might slip away after falling ill just days before competition. I want to thank everyone who supported me — my coaches, physios, friends and teammates.
I want to thank everyone who supported me — my coaches, physios, friends and teammates.
Glasgow was his biggest test yet, and one he had feared might slip away after falling ill just days before competition.
The Madurai-born jumper was competing in his first senior international championship, having spent the past few years making his name through the junior circuit before winning the NCAA title in the United States earlier.
Why It Matters
Even after standing on the podium, Selva believed there was more to come. I feel I could have jumped a little farther, but it's all about the day.
For Selva, the bronze carried emotions that stretched far beyond the distance on the scoreboard.
It also ensured India celebrated a second successive Commonwealth Games double podium in the men's triple jump after Praveen Chithravel added silver.
What Reports Say
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