Tejas Ashok Shirse produced the standout performance of the Indian Athletics Series–9, clocking a sensational 13.27 seconds in the men’s 110m hurdles to set a new Indian National Record and achieve the qualification standard for the 2026 Commonwealth Games.
The Maharashtra hurdler delivered a flawless race to improve his personal best and move into elite company in Asian athletics.
The performance earned him multiple milestones:
New Indian National Record
CWG 2026 Qualification Standard Achieved
Lifetime Best – 13.27s
Asia’s All-Time No. 14 Performer
Asia’s Sixth-Fastest Time of the 2026 Season
Shirse’s 13.27s eclipsed the previous national record and further established him as India’s leading sprint hurdler. The timing also places him among the fastest athletes the continent has produced in the event.
The run continues a strong upward trajectory for the 23-year-old, who has steadily improved over the past few seasons through a series of national-level victories and international appearances. His latest performance represents a significant breakthrough, particularly in an event where Indian athletes have traditionally struggled to match the standards set by the world’s leading hurdle nations.
Beyond the national record, the timing comfortably cleared the qualification mark for the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, strengthening his prospects for selection.
The result is also significant in the broader context of Indian athletics. Sprint hurdling has rarely produced continental-level performances from Indian athletes, making Shirse’s entry into the upper ranks of Asian all-time lists a notable achievement.