Tejaswin Shankar started Day 2 of the decathlon strongly, clocking 14.09s in the 110m hurdles (wind-assisted) and throwing 38.08m in the discus.

In the pole vault, he registered a huge lifetime best of 4.35m, clearing 4.25m and 4.35m both on his first attempts.

His previous PB in pole vault was 4.20m, making this a significant improvement. He finished 2nd in the event, earning 716 points and taking his tally to 6759 points after 8 events.

With just two events remaining — javelin throw and 1500m — a performance close to his PBs could see him cross the 8000-point mark.

Fingers crossed — let’s go TJ!

India’s decathlon national record holder Tejaswin Shankar has made a strong start to his outdoor season, leading the decathlon at the David Noble Relays after Day 1.

Shankar has accumulated 4454 points across the first five events, putting himself in a commanding position heading into the final day.

The highlight of his performance so far has been two personal bests — 10.59 seconds in the 100m and 7.66 meters in the long jump — showcasing his improved speed and explosiveness.

Already holding the national record of 7826 points, Shankar is now pushing towards the elusive 8000-point mark, a milestone that would elevate him to a new level in global combined events.

This marks his first outdoor competition of the season, following a successful indoor campaign where he clinched gold in the heptathlon at the Asian Indoor Championships.

With momentum on his side, all eyes will be on Shankar as he looks to convert his strong start into a landmark performance.

The Open Relay Carnival in Chandigarh is set to play a decisive role for Indian relay teams, offering the final opportunity to qualify for the upcoming World Relays.

With qualification on the line, the event carries high stakes as Indian teams aim to secure their spots on the global stage.

The competition will also feature international participation, with teams from Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal, Bhutan, and Thailand expected to compete, adding to the intensity of the event.

As the last qualifying window closes, all eyes will be on Chandigarh to see which teams rise to the occasion and book their place at the World Relays.