American sprinter and 2022 World Championships 100m silver medallist Marvin Bracy-Williams has been handed a 12-year period of ineligibility by the United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) following his third anti-doping rule violation, effectively bringing an end to his competitive athletics career.
USADA announced that Bracy-Williams committed three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period while he was part of its Registered Testing Pool. The missed filings or testing failures occurred on July 1, 2025, February 24, 2026, and April 1, 2026.
Under anti-doping regulations, three whereabouts failures within a 12-month period constitute an anti-doping rule violation. While a first whereabouts violation typically carries a sanction of between one and two years, repeat offences attract significantly harsher penalties.
Because this was Bracy-Williams’ third anti-doping rule violation, the applicable rules required a sanction ranging from eight years to a lifetime ban. After reviewing the circumstances of the case, USADA determined that a 12-year suspension was the appropriate penalty.
The sanction will run consecutively to sanctions imposed for his previous anti-doping violations, further extending the period during which he will remain ineligible to compete.
USADA also noted that Bracy-Williams informed the agency of his intention to retire from competitive sport on June 5, 2026. Despite his retirement plans, the lengthy ban remains on record and effectively closes the door on any potential return to elite competition.
Bracy-Williams enjoyed a successful sprinting career highlighted by his silver medal in the men’s 100m at the 2022 World Athletics Championships. Known for his explosive starts, he was among the world’s leading sprinters during the early 2020s.
His most recent appearance came at the Enhanced Games, where he clocked 10.39 seconds in the 100m. However, with the latest sanction now in place, the 31-year-old’s athletics career appears to have reached its conclusion.
The case serves as another reminder of the strict obligations placed on elite athletes in registered testing pools, where failures to accurately report whereabouts information can carry the same anti-doping consequences as a positive test for a banned substance.

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When Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage spoke to us in October 2025, he was already one of Asia’s most promising javelin throwers. He had broken Sri Lanka’s national record, won medals across the region and was steadily inching towards the sport’s elite.
But even then, the 22-year-old still carried traces of another sporting life.
“My first sport was cricket,” Pathirage told us. “But when I switched to discus and javelin, I felt like I’d found what I was meant to do.”
At the time, the story seemed remarkable enough. A teenager who once bowled at 134 kmph for St Peter’s College, Colombo, had traded cricket whites for a javelin runway and was rapidly emerging as Sri Lanka’s next athletics star.
Looking back now, after his stunning world-leading throw of 92.62m at the Rome Diamond League, those words seem almost prophetic.
The journey began in Kalutara, where Pathirage dreamed not of Olympic medals but of representing Sri Lanka in cricket. At 17, he was already making headlines as a fast bowler capable of generating serious pace. Yet a switch of schools altered the course of his career. He moved into athletics, first competing in discus before discovering that the javelin offered the perfect outlet for his explosive arm speed and competitive instincts.
In our October conversation, he joked that his move away from cricket had worked out rather well.
It was, as he described it, “cricket’s loss and javelin’s gain.”
The results soon backed up the sentiment.
By October, Pathirage had already thrown 86.50m in Bhubaneswar and collected medals across South Asia. India, in particular, seemed to bring out the best in him.
“Every time I compete in India, I perform well,” he told us with a smile. “Maybe India really is lucky for me.”
At that stage, his focus was straightforward. Consistency first. Bigger distances later.
“Last year, I averaged 77m. Now it’s 84–86m,” he said. “I’m working on my final phase. I want to stay consistent and go higher.”
Six months later, when we spoke to him again after his astonishing 89.37m throw in Diyagama, the progression was impossible to ignore. The throw not only established a new Sri Lankan record but also briefly made him the world leader for the 2026 season.
Yet Pathirage’s reaction remained strikingly understated.
“Did I expect this so early? No, not really,” he told us. “My goal was just to improve my season best by a few meters.”
While the athletics world was beginning to talk about the magical 90-metre barrier, Pathirage remained obsessed with something much less glamorous.
The basics.
“After every success, I set a new target,” he explained. “My coach tells me to focus on basics. If you do that, results come automatically.”
Even when asked directly about crossing 90 metres, he refused to get carried away.
“Who knows? The season is still young. Let’s see.”
As it turned out, the wait wasn’t very long.
On Thursday night in Rome, Pathirage unleashed a mammoth 92.62m throw, becoming only the second Asian in history after Arshad Nadeem to cross the 92-metre mark. The effort elevated him into the upper reaches of the all-time world rankings and firmly established him as one of the favourites for the major championships ahead.
Yet perhaps the most revealing quote from our conversations with him had nothing to do with records or medals.
“When I improve by one centimeter,” Pathirage said in April, “my nation moves forward by one centimeter.”
It is a simple philosophy, but one that neatly explains his rise. While others chase milestones, Pathirage chases incremental progress. One training session. One technical adjustment. One centimetre at a time.
And somewhere between those centimetres, a former fast bowler from Kalutara became one of the best javelin throwers on the planet.
Cricket’s loss, it turns out, has been javelin’s gain.

India’s next generation of track and field stars is ready for its biggest continental test yet.
A talented 54-member Indian squad featuring some of the country’s most exciting young athletes will head to Ordos, China, for the inaugural Asian U23 Athletics Championships from July 9 to 12, carrying both medal hopes and the promise of the future.
The team blends proven international performers with emerging talents who have been making waves on the domestic circuit, setting up what could be a significant moment for Indian athletics.
Among the biggest attractions will be long jumper Shaili Singh, one of India’s most recognisable young athletics stars. The Uttar Pradesh athlete burst onto the global stage with a silver medal at the 2021 World U20 Championships and has since established herself at the senior level. With a personal best of 6.76m, the national U20 record holder enters the competition as one of India’s strongest medal contenders.
Another athlete expected to be in the spotlight is race walker Aarti, who captured a bronze medal at the 2024 World U20 Championships in Lima. The Haryana athlete will step up to compete in the women’s 21km race walk, aiming to add another international medal to her growing collection.
The men’s squad is equally loaded with talent.
Madhya Pradesh pole vaulters Dev Meena and Kuldeep Kumar, who jointly hold the national record at 5.45m, will spearhead India’s challenge in one of the most competitive field events. Both athletes have consistently pushed Indian pole vaulting to new heights and will be eager to make their mark on the continental stage.
Rising steeplechase runner Sharuk Khan has emerged as another athlete to watch. The Uttar Pradesh distance specialist has steadily built a reputation as one of the country’s brightest endurance prospects and will look to challenge Asia’s best in the gruelling 3,000m steeplechase.
India’s javelin tradition will also be represented by Maharashtra’s Shivam Lohakare, who arrives in China hoping to continue the country’s rich legacy in the event that has captured the imagination of Indian sports fans in recent years.

The squad features strength across disciplines, from sprint relays and middle-distance races to jumps, throws, race walks and combined events, reflecting the growing depth of Indian athletics.
Athletics Federation of India President Bahadur Singh Sagoo believes the young Indian contingent has the ability to leave a lasting impression at the championship.
“Youngsters in the national team will surely make a big impression in next month’s Asian U23 track and field meet in China,” Sagoo said.
The Asian U23 Championships will serve as a crucial platform for athletes hoping to bridge the gap between junior success and senior international competition. For many members of the Indian squad, it represents an opportunity to announce themselves on the continental stage and stake a claim for future major championships, including the Asian Games, Commonwealth Games and Olympics.
With established youth stars, national record holders and a wave of emerging talent all travelling to Ordos, India will arrive in China with genuine ambitions of finishing among the championship’s leading nations.
The future of Indian athletics is heading to Ordos — and it looks brighter than ever.

For years, Asian javelin has revolved around a handful of familiar names. On a stunning night in Rome, a new one crashed into that conversation with extraordinary force.
Sri Lanka’s Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage produced the throw of his life at the Diamond League, launching the javelin an astonishing 92.62 metres and sending shockwaves through world athletics.
The 23-year-old unleashed the monster throw on his second attempt, instantly rewriting history. Not only did he obliterate his previous personal best of 89.37m, but he also became just the fourth Asian athlete ever to cross the iconic 90-metre mark.
The result was spectacular: victory in Rome, a new Sri Lankan national record, and the world-leading throw of the 2026 season.
But the numbers only tell part of the story.
Pathirage’s 92.62m effort now stands as the second-longest throw ever produced by an Asian athlete, surpassed only by Pakistan’s Olympic champion Arshad Nadeem. In one breathtaking moment, the Sri Lankan leapfrogged India’s Neeraj Chopra and Chinese Taipei’s Cheng Chao-tsun on the continent’s all-time list.
The throw also vaulted him into the sport’s rarefied air. Pathirage is now the eighth-best javelin thrower in history, while his Rome effort ranks among the greatest throws ever recorded globally.
What makes the achievement even more remarkable is the speed of his rise.
Just a year ago, Pathirage was celebrating his first major breakthrough on the international stage. In 2025, he became the first Sri Lankan male javelin thrower to reach a World Championships final, finishing seventh and hinting at bigger things to come.
The signs were already there this season. Throws of 89.37m in Diyagama and 89.28m at the Kip Keino Classic suggested that something special was brewing. Rome was where all that promise exploded into reality.
The throw wasn’t just a personal best. It was a statement.
A statement that Sri Lanka has produced a genuine world-class javelin star. A statement that the race for global medals just became far more crowded. And a statement that one of athletics’ most exciting disciplines has a powerful new contender.
In a golden era dominated by giants, Rumesh Pathirage has announced himself in the loudest way possible.
One throw. 92.62 metres.
History.

The women’s 200m at the Rome Diamond League is packed with Olympic medallists, national record holders and some of the fastest women on the planet. From reigning Olympic champion Julien Alfred to sprint stars Melissa Jefferson-Wooden and Favour Ofili, the race promises fireworks on the famous Stadio Olimpico track. Here’s a closer look at the athletes to watch.
1. Julien Alfred (Saint Lucia)
Julien Alfred arrives in Rome as one of the biggest names in global sprinting. The Saint Lucian made history by winning Olympic gold in the 100m at Paris 2024, becoming her nation’s first-ever Olympic champion. Known for her explosive starts and exceptional top-end speed, Alfred has also developed into a formidable 200m runner capable of challenging the world’s best. Her rise from collegiate standout to global superstar has been remarkable, and every appearance now attracts immense attention. In Rome, she will be aiming to continue her dominance against another elite international field.
2. Melissa Jefferson-Wooden (United States)
Melissa Jefferson-Wooden has established herself as one of the United States’ most consistent sprinters in recent seasons. Renowned for her powerful acceleration and aggressive racing style, she has become a regular fixture on the Diamond League circuit. Jefferson-Wooden has enjoyed success across both the 100m and 200m, showcasing impressive versatility. Her ability to maintain speed through the final stages of a race makes her a dangerous competitor against any field. With championship ambitions firmly in sight, Rome presents another opportunity to sharpen her form against world-class opposition.
3. Favour Ofili (Nigeria)
Favour Ofili remains one of Africa’s most exciting sprint talents. The Nigerian star has produced standout performances at both collegiate and international levels, earning a reputation as a fearless competitor capable of challenging established stars. Blessed with tremendous natural speed and strength, Ofili has consistently delivered fast times over 100m and 200m. She continues to carry the hopes of Nigerian sprinting into major global competitions. A strong showing in Rome would further reinforce her status as one of the leading contenders heading into the championship season.
4. Anavia Battle (United States)
Anavia Battle has steadily built a reputation as one of America’s most reliable sprint performers. The former collegiate standout has translated domestic success into strong international results, frequently competing against the world’s elite. Battle’s strength lies in her smooth running mechanics and ability to remain composed under pressure. She has become a regular presence in high-level sprint races and continues to push towards new personal bests. The Rome Diamond League offers another valuable chance to test herself against Olympic and World Championship medallists.
5. Amy Hunt (Great Britain)
Amy Hunt has long been regarded as one of Britain’s brightest sprint prospects. After enjoying success as a junior athlete, she has gradually established herself at the senior level through strong relay performances and individual breakthroughs. Hunt possesses exceptional raw speed and has continued to mature into a consistent international competitor. Her performances in recent seasons have demonstrated growing confidence against elite opposition. Rome provides an important opportunity for the British sprinter to continue building momentum and showcase her progress on one of athletics’ biggest stages.
6. Dina Asher-Smith (Great Britain)
Dina Asher-Smith remains one of the most accomplished sprinters in British athletics history. A world champion, Olympic medallist and multiple European champion, she has spent nearly a decade competing at the highest level. The British star is particularly dangerous over 200m, where her powerful bend running and strong finish have delivered numerous international medals. Her experience and championship pedigree make her a constant threat regardless of the field. Asher-Smith arrives in Rome looking to add another strong performance as she continues her pursuit of global success.
7. Jaël Bestué (Spain)
Jaël Bestué has emerged as one of Spain’s leading sprint talents. The Spanish athlete has consistently lowered her times and become an important figure in her country’s sprint programme. Known for her technical efficiency and determination, Bestué has represented Spain at major international championships and continues to gain valuable experience against elite competition. Competing in a Diamond League field of this calibre offers a significant challenge, but it also provides an opportunity to demonstrate her continued progression on the international stage.
8. Hélène Parisot (France)
Hélène Parisot has become a key member of France’s sprinting squad through a series of strong domestic and international performances. The French athlete combines speed and resilience, making her a competitive presence in both individual and relay events. Parisot has steadily improved her standing within European sprinting and continues to seek breakthrough performances against the world’s best. Racing in Rome against Olympic champions and global medallists represents another important step in her development as she looks to establish herself among the continent’s top sprinters.
9. Elisa Valensin (Italy)
Elisa Valensin enters the Rome Diamond League as one of Italy’s most promising young sprint talents. Still early in her senior career, she has already attracted attention with impressive performances at youth and junior levels. Competing against a field filled with established global stars will provide invaluable experience for the Italian athlete. Supported by a passionate home crowd, Valensin will be looking to make the most of a rare opportunity to race some of the fastest women in the world. Rome could mark another important milestone in her development.

If you’re dreaming of representing India at the Asian Games, anti-doping education is no longer optional.
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) has reiterated that athletes must complete anti-doping education before being approved to compete at the Asian Games, making it one of the most significant athlete education initiatives in world sport.
Speaking at the 2026 WADA Asia/Oceania Ministerial Intergovernmental Meeting in Beijing, the OCA highlighted the success of the programme, which has recorded compliance rates of over 97 percent at recent Asian Games events.
The initiative was first introduced ahead of the Hangzhou 2023 Asian Games, where athletes were required to complete WADA’s Anti-Doping Education and Learning (ADEL) programme before receiving participation clearance.
For athletes, the message is simple: knowing the anti-doping rules is now considered just as important as meeting qualification standards.
The OCA believes education is the first line of defence against doping violations, helping athletes understand topics such as prohibited substances, supplement risks, testing procedures and Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs).
At the Beijing meeting, OCA Director of Medical and Anti-Doping Services Nadia Al Shamali presented the organisation’s anti-doping framework, which is built around three pillars: education, prevention and testing.
With the next Asian Games cycle underway, athletes targeting continental competition are encouraged to complete their anti-doping education well in advance and stay updated on WADA regulations.
After all, talent and hard work can get you to the start line—but understanding the rules ensures you stay there.

All Times Eastern
- 12:15 p.m. ET – Women’s Pole Vault
- 12:15 p.m. ET – Men’s Javelin Throw
- 12:48 p.m. ET – Men’s Triple Jump
- 2:00 p.m. ET – Men’s High Jump
- 2:04 p.m. ET – Women’s 400m Hurdles
- 2:27 p.m. ET – Men’s Shot Put
- 2:30 p.m. ET – Women’s 100m Hurdles
- 2:35 p.m. ET – Men’s Long Jump
- 2:40 p.m. ET – Women’s 5000m
- 3:05 p.m. ET – Men’s 110m Hurdles
- 3:15 p.m. ET – Women’s 400m
- 3:25 p.m. ET – Women’s 200m
- 3:35 p.m. ET – Women’s 1500m
- 3:50 p.m. ET – Men’s 100m
Diamond League Rome 2026 Start Lists
Women’s Pole Vault
- Molly Caudery (Great Britain) – PB 4.92
- Nina Kennedy (Australia) – PB 4.90
- Eliza McCartney (New Zealand) – PB 4.94
- Olivia McTaggart (New Zealand) – PB 4.73
- Elisa Molinarolo (Italy) – PB 4.70
- Sandi Morris (USA) – PB 5.00
- Angelica Moser (Switzerland) – PB 5.00
- Tina Šutej (Slovenia) – PB 4.81
- Amálie Švábíková (Czech Republic) – PB 4.80
Men’s Javelin Throw
- Giovanni Frattini (Italy) – PB 83.61
- Rumesh Tharanga Pathirage (Sri Lanka) – PB 89.37
- Anderson Peters (Grenada) – PB 93.07
- Thomas Röhler (Germany) – PB 93.90
- Curtis Thompson (USA) – PB 87.76
- Jakub Vadlejch (Czech Republic) – PB 90.88
- Keshorn Walcott (Trinidad & Tobago) – PB 90.16
- Dawid Wegner (Poland) – PB 85.67
- Sachin Yadav (India) – PB 86.27
- Julius Yego (Kenya) – PB 92.72
Men’s Triple Jump
- Andy Díaz Hernández (Italy) – PB 17.75
- Almir Dos Santos (Brazil) – PB 17.53
- Thomas Gogois (France) – PB 17.38
- Jaydon Hibbert (Jamaica) – PB 17.87
- Endiorass Kingley (Austria) – PB 16.85
- Lázaro Martínez (Cuba) – PB 17.51
- Russell Robinson (USA) – PB 17.30
- Jordan Scott (Jamaica) – PB 17.66
- Yasser Mohammed Triki (Algeria) – PB 17.43
Men’s High Jump
- Romaine Beckford (Jamaica) – PB 2.30
- Oleh Doroshchuk (Ukraine) – PB 2.31
- JuVaughn Harrison (USA) – PB 2.36
- Mateusz Kołodziejski (Poland) – PB 2.24
- Erick Portillo (Mexico) – PB 2.27
- Yual Reath (Australia) – PB 2.30
- Raymond Richards (Jamaica) – PB 2.30
- Tomohiro Shinno (Japan) – PB 2.31
- Matteo Sioli (Italy) – PB 2.30
- Jan Štefela (Czech Republic) – PB 2.33
Women’s 400m Hurdles
- Anna Cockrell (USA) – PB 51.87
- Ayomide Folorunso (Italy) – PB 53.89
- Amalie Iuel (Norway) – PB 54.12
- Jasmine Jones (USA) – PB 52.08
- Andrenette Knight (Jamaica) – PB 53.26
- Dalilah Muhammad (USA) – PB 51.58
- Naomi Van Den Broeck (Belgium) – PB 53.65
- Gianna Woodruff (Panama) – PB 52.66
- Emma Zapletalová (Slovakia) – PB 53.00
Men’s Shot Put
- Rajindra Campbell (Jamaica) – PB 22.34
- Ryan Crouser (USA) – PB 23.56
- Leonardo Fabbri (Italy) – PB 22.98
- Jordan Geist (USA) – PB 22.25
- Joe Kovacs (USA) – PB 23.23
- Uziel Muñoz (Mexico) – PB 21.97
- Adrian Piperi (USA) – PB 22.29
- Roger Steen (USA) – PB 22.11
- Tom Walsh (New Zealand) – PB 22.90
- Zane Weir (Italy) – PB 22.44
Women’s 100m Hurdles
- Giada Carmassi (Italy) – PB 12.69
- Marione Fourie (South Africa) – PB 12.49
- Kendra Harrison (USA) – PB 12.20
- Tonea Marshall (USA) – PB 12.24
- Cyréna Samba-Mayela (France) – PB 12.31
- Megan Simmonds (Jamaica) – PB 12.34
- Pia Skrzyszowska (Poland) – PB 12.37
- Nadine Visser (Netherlands) – PB 12.28
- Danielle Williams (Jamaica) – PB 12.31
Men’s Long Jump
- Liam Adcock (Australia) – PB 8.34
- Gerson Baldé (Portugal) – PB 8.20
- Gabriele Chilà (Italy) – PB 8.00
- Tajay Gayle (Jamaica) – PB 8.69
- Jorge A. Hodelín (Cuba) – PB 8.34
- Thobias Montler (Sweden) – PB 8.27
- Wayne Pinnock (Jamaica) – PB 8.54
- Bozhidar Sarâboyukov (Bulgaria) – PB 8.29
- Miltiadis Tentoglou (Greece) – PB 8.65
Women’s 5000m
- Margaret Akidor (Kenya) – PB 14:30.34
- Marta Alemayo (Ethiopia) – PB 14:32.84
- Likina Amebaw (Ethiopia) – PB 14:24.21
- Nadia Battocletti (Italy) – PB 14:23.15
- Medina Eisa (Ethiopia) – PB 14:16.54
- Freweyni Hailu (Ethiopia) – PB 14:19.33
- Sarah Healy (Ireland) – PB 16:28.79
- Maureen Koster (Netherlands) – PB 14:33.97
- Francine Niyomukunzi (Burundi) – PB 14:42.77
- Caroline Nyaga (Kenya) – PB 14:30.14
- Nozomi Tanaka (Japan) – PB 14:29.18
- Winfred Yavi (Bahrain) – PB 14:41.99
Men’s 110m Hurdles
- Orlando Bennett (Jamaica) – PB 13.08
- Jamal Britt (USA) – PB 13.07
- Trey Cunningham (USA) – PB 13.00
- Jason Joseph (Switzerland) – PB 13.07
- Just Kwaou-Mathey (France) – PB 12.99
- Enrique Llopis (Spain) – PB 13.09
- Tyler Mason (Jamaica) – PB 13.00
- Rachid Muratake (Japan) – PB 12.92
- Jakub Szymański (Poland) – PB 13.25
Women’s 400m
- Amber Anning (Great Britain) – PB 49.29
- Natalia Bukowiecka (Poland) – PB 48.90
- Aaliyah Butler (USA) – PB 49.09
- Keely Hodgkinson (Great Britain) – PB 51.61
- Henriette Jæger (Norway) – PB 49.49
- Lieke Klaver (Netherlands) – PB 49.58
- Lurdes Gloria Manuel (Czech Republic) – PB 50.52
- Anna Polinari (Italy) – PB 50.76
- Nickisha Pryce (Jamaica) – PB 48.57
Women’s 200m
- Julien Alfred (Saint Lucia) – PB 21.71
- Dina Asher-Smith (Great Britain) – PB 21.88
- Anavia Battle (USA) – PB 21.95
- Jaël Bestué (Spain) – PB 22.19
- Amy Hunt (Great Britain) – PB 22.08
- Melissa Jefferson-Wooden (USA) – PB 21.68
- Favour Ofili (Nigeria) – PB 21.96
- Helene Parisot (France) – PB 22.42
- Elisa Valensin (Italy) – PB 23.09
Women’s 1500m
- Salomé Afonso (Portugal) – PB 3:59.32
- Saron Berhe (Ethiopia) – PB 3:57.72
- Abbey Caldwell (Australia) – PB 3:56.12
- Ludovica Cavalli (Italy) – PB 4:01.84
- Agathe Guillemot (France) – PB 3:56.69
- Birke Haylom (Ethiopia) – PB 3:53.22
- Gaia Sabbatini (Italy) – PB 3:59.49
- Revee Walcott-Nolan (Great Britain) – PB 3:58.08
Men’s 100m
- Jordan Anthony (USA) – PB 9.91
- Jeremiah Azu (Great Britain) – PB 9.97
- Ackeem Blake (Jamaica) – PB 9.88
- Emmanuel Eseme (Cameroon) – PB 9.96
- Lamont Marcell Jacobs (Italy) – PB 9.80
- Noah Lyles (United States) – PB 9.79
- Ferdinand Omanyala (Kenya) – PB 9.77
- Akani Simbine (South Africa) – PB 9.82

The opening day of the Delhi State Open Summer Athletics Championships 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium saw some strong performances across senior, U20, U18 and U16 categories. This event usually attracts athletes from neighbouring states of haryana, Punjab and UP but the first day did not see any spectacular results.
Medal Table Snapshot
- Haryana dominated the throws, especially in the U18 and U16 boys categories.
- Uttar Pradesh emerged as the strongest visiting contingent, winning multiple age-group titles across track and field.
- Delhi athletes secured the majority of senior medals, particularly in middle-distance events and women’s competitions.
Here’s a complete list of the top three finishers in every event held on June 2.
Men’s 10,000m
Gaurav Mathur (West Delhi) – 30:05.57
Rohit Kumar (South West Delhi) – 31:34.50
Ganesh (New Delhi) – 33:17.79
Women’s 10,000m
Uma Pandey (North West Delhi) – 42:56.16 (only finisher)
Men’s 400m
Tushar Manna (New Delhi) – 47.04
Arun Kumar (South West Delhi) – 48.82
Saurabh Kumar (Uttar Pradesh) – 49.69
Women’s 400m
Shireen Ahluwalia (Chandigarh) – 58.33
Priya (North West Delhi) – 1:00.27
Tiya (South Delhi) – 1:03.84
Men’s 1500m
Rahul (South West Delhi) – 3:47.46
Shailabh (West Delhi) – 3:47.54
Prakash Kumar (East Delhi) – 3:47.70
Women’s 1500m
Ruhi Bohra (Central Delhi) – 4:41.98
Sangam (South Delhi) – 4:51.89
Nishtha Mishra (New Delhi) – 4:54.94
Men’s Long Jump
Vishnu Siva Sankar (South Delhi) – 7.08m
Jayant Chaudhary (South West Delhi) – 6.82m
Ritik Kumar (Uttar Pradesh) – 6.76m
Men’s Pole Vault
Hardik Sejwal (South Delhi) – 4.00m
Mayank (Haryana) – 3.80m (only two competitors)
Men’s Discus Throw
Arjun (New Delhi) – 55.50m
Arvind Sharma (North East Delhi) – 52.11m
Aman Chauhan (Haryana) – 50.36m
Men’s Hammer Throw
Devang (North Delhi) – 63.71m
Amar Singh (North East Delhi) – 48.16m (only two competitors)
Women’s Shot Put
Srishti Vig (North West Delhi) – 16.55m
Simranjeet Kaur (North West Delhi) – 14.46m
Versha Gulia (South Delhi) – 10.67m
Boys U20
400m
Yugank Choudhary (Uttar Pradesh) – 48.24
Aryan Upadhyay (Central Delhi) – 48.28
Vaibhav Bhardwaj (Uttar Pradesh) – 48.91
1500m
Shekhar Singh Gujjar (South West Delhi) – 4:05.63
Vikrant Bhati (Uttar Pradesh) – 4:08.75
Mo. Yusuf (Uttar Pradesh) – 4:09.95
Long Jump
Jyotishman Boruah (Assam) – 6.85m
Mohit (Haryana) – 6.81m
Naman Yadav (Haryana) – 6.48m
Pole Vault
Sumit Kumar (South Delhi) – 2.90m (only competitor)
Discus Throw
Vansh (Haryana) – 52.82m
Yash Dabas (North West Delhi) – 52.29m
Ayush (Uttar Pradesh) – 48.24m
Boys U18
400m
Dev Khaiwal (Uttar Pradesh) – 49.51
Aditya (Haryana) – 49.56
Manvit Gahlot (Haryana) – 50.59
1000m
Satyam Gautam (East Delhi) – 2:33.42
Abhishek Kumar (Bihar) – 2:35.38
Nitin Kumar (South Delhi) – 2:35.75
High Jump
Naitik Kumar (South West Delhi) – 1.78m
Ginesh Bidla (Central Delhi) – 1.78m
Rajat Kumar (Uttar Pradesh) – 1.70m
Discus Throw
Dheeraj Sahu (Haryana) – 54.53m
Dev Chauhan (Haryana) – 52.55m
Jaivardhan Singh Bhati (Rajasthan) – 50.91m
Girls U20
400m
Riya Bisht (North West Delhi) – 58.35
Vanshika Chandila (Haryana) – 1:03.03 (only two finishers)
1500m
Saloni Dixit (South West Delhi) – 5:01.98 (only finisher)
Girls U18
400m
Manya (North Delhi) – 1:00.05
Khanak (Haryana) – 1:00.92
Kamakshi Pal (North West Delhi) – 1:01.55
1000m
Anuprati Mishra (South West Delhi) – 3:08.98
Priyanshi (East Delhi) – 3:10.90
Pratigya (Uttar Pradesh) – 3:17.99
High Jump
Madhu Bala (Haryana) – 1.40m
Hansika Saini (Uttar Pradesh) – 1.35m (only two athletes recorded)
Discus Throw
Avishka Yadav (North East Delhi) – 39.58m
Dimpy Saini (Uttar Pradesh) – 38.19m
Manya Puri (West Delhi) – 36.17m
Javelin Throw
Shreya Sharma (Uttar Pradesh) – 33.42m
Mansi Kumari (North West Delhi) – 31.65m
Nishika Baisla (South West Delhi) – 29.30m
Boys U16
Long Jump
Sandeep Gurjar (Uttar Pradesh) – 4.54m
Sujeet Kumar (Uttar Pradesh) – 4.41m
Divyanshu Yadav (Uttar Pradesh) – 4.37m
Shot Put
Abhishek Kumar (Uttar Pradesh) – 15.87m
Harsh Tomar (Uttar Pradesh) – 14.65m
Yuvraj Samdhyan (Haryana) – 14.64m
Javelin Throw
Vikash Rathee (Haryana) – 66.50m
Shivam Tomar (Uttar Pradesh) – 58.76m
Yash Mitaan (Haryana) – 57.97m
Girls U16
600m
Monika (Uttar Pradesh) – 1:38.81
Ruchika (Uttar Pradesh) – 1:41.13
Ayushi (Uttarakhand) – 1:41.18
Long Jump
Siya Malik (East Delhi) – 3.77m (joint gold)
Priyanshu, daughter of Narender (Rajasthan) – 3.77m (joint gold)
Sandhya (North West Delhi) – 3.63m
Shot Put
Urvashi Yadav (South West Delhi) – 12.10m
Gauravi Lamba (Uttar Pradesh) – 10.37m
Deepanshi Kharb (South West Delhi) – 10.34m
Javelin Throw
Harshita Tomar (Uttar Pradesh) – 35.79m
Anjali Kalwaniya (Rajasthan) – 35.54m
Ritika Khokhar (South West Delhi) – 34.52m

KM Deeksha, India’s fastest 1500m athlete, has been issued a notice after her sample showed the presence of a banned substance. However, she has not been issued a provisional suspension as reported by The Tribune.
Speaking out for the first time, the national record holder clarified that while she has received a notice regarding an adverse analytical finding, she has not been handed a provisional suspension, contrary to ongoing media reports.
“I have full confidence”
The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) issued Deeksha a notice after her sample reportedly showed the presence of stanozolol—an anabolic agent strictly prohibited under the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) list.
Responding to the allegations, Deeksha clarified her current legal standing and expressed full faith in her clean record:
“Bhaiya, I had applied for B-sample testing. Yesterday, I was at the NADA office for the opening of my B sample for testing. Everyone in the news started saying that I am banned. I am not banned; this is an adverse finding.
I have been an RTP (Registered Testing Pool) athlete for the last three years and have given multiple tests. I am talking to you with full confidence because I know I have done nothing wrong.“
Deeksha also specified that the finding stems from an out-of-competition test conducted on February 26, 2026, in Bhopal, as per official NADA website data, rather than her most recent in-competition test in April.
Financial Struggles and State Transfer
Deeksha, who is employed by the Indian Railways, hails from Uttar Pradesh but has competed for Madhya Pradesh since 2019, training at the state-sponsored DSWY Academy in Bhopal.
Her recent absence from major competitive meets sparked initial speculation. She has not raced since winning gold (4:25.74s) at the Indian Athletics Series 2 in Jaipur on April 5, 2026, and notably skipped last month’s National Senior Athletics Federation Cup—a vital qualifying platform for the Commonwealth Games.
However, Deeksha explained that her absence and recent exit from the Bhopal academy are tied to deep financial strain and a desire to return to her home state for better institutional backing.
“Yes, I have asked for an NOC (No Objection Certificate) from MP, as I am financially struggling. I am under a loan burden of ₹6 lakh, even after winning so many medals and setting a national record,” Deeksha revealed. “I have received the NOC from MP and submitted the documents to Uttar Pradesh, but I have not received any update yet. If you win a medal at the Asian Games while representing UP, you receive good cash incentives.”
DSWY Academy chief coach SK Prashad confirmed her departure, noting, “She requested an NOC from the MP Athletics Association. She left the academy in April 2026 after the Jaipur meet.”
Furthermore, a handwritten application dated April 1, 2026, addressed to the Madhya Pradesh Sports and Youth Welfare Department shows Deeksha stating that the Railways department was no longer permitting her to continue training at the academy.
The Science: Why Stanozolol Raises Eyebrows
The reported substance, stanozolol, is an anabolic steroid that assists athletes with muscle building and recovery. Its presence has surprised experts, as it is highly unusual to find it in middle- and long-distance runners.
- Usage Profile: Stanozolol is predominantly utilized by sprinters.
- Off-Season Recovery: In longer-distance disciplines, it is sometimes misused during the off-season to facilitate quicker muscle recovery between punishing training blocks.
- The Distinction: Unlike traditional endurance-boosting substances like Erythropoietin (EPO), stanozolol provides no direct improvement to an athlete’s oxygen-carrying capacity.
Deeksha currently holds India’s standard-setting 1500m national record of 4:04.78s, which she clocked with a third-place finish at the Sound Running Track Fest in Los Angeles, shattering the previous record of 4:05.39s held by Harmilan Bains. Her career now rests on the fast-approaching laboratory analysis of her B-sample.




