Animesh Kujur opened his outdoor season with a strong 10.28s to win the men’s 100m in a tightly contested race at the Indian Athletics Series–3 in New Delhi.
The race itself unfolded in phases. Gurindervir Singh was quickest out of the blocks, powering through the first 40 metres and setting the early pace. But the field began to close in, and Kujur responded with a well-timed surge through the latter half of the race.
Right alongside him was S. Tamilarasu, who stayed within touching distance, breathing down Kujur’s shoulder all the way to the finish. Both athletes were clocked at 10.28s, underlining just how close the contest was, with Kujur edging ahead for the win.
Gurindervir, after his fast start, settled for third in 10.40s.