Seema and Nidhi secured the top two positions in the women’s discus throw at the ongoing Indian Athletics Series–9, with both athletes surpassing the qualification standard for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Seema won the competition with a best throw of 58.16m, while Nidhi finished second with 57.08m. The Commonwealth Games qualification standard for the event stands at 56.85m.
While Seema had already achieved the required mark earlier this season at the Federation Cup, her performance at the Indian Athletics Series–9 further reinforced her credentials ahead of the qualification cycle.
The bigger breakthrough came from Nidhi, whose 57.08m effort saw her clear the Commonwealth Games standard for the first time, putting herself in contention for selection for Glasgow 2026.
The competition also highlighted the improving standard of women’s discus throw in India, with both athletes comfortably exceeding the qualifying mark. Seema’s winning throw was more than a metre beyond the standard, while Nidhi crossed it by 23 centimetres.
With both athletes now having achieved the qualification requirement, attention will shift to upcoming competitions and the selection process as India begins shaping its athletics squad for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
Women’s Discus Throw – Indian Athletics Series–9
- Seema – 58.16m
- Nidhi – 57.08m
CWG 2026 Qualification Standard: 56.85m