Uploaded June 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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The opening day of the Interstate Athletics Championships 2026 delivered drama, records, and memorable performances.

Dev Meena shattered the men's pole vault national record for the fifth time, clearing 5.46m and securing the Asian Games qualification mark.

Anushka Yadav became India's youngest national record holder, smashing the women's hammer throw national record with a massive 67.02m.

Jyothi Yarraji made a sensational comeback from injury, clocking 12.99s in the women's 100m hurdles to secure the Asian Games qualification and India's fastest time of the season.

And that's just Day 1!

🎥 Watch as Sundeep Misra reacts to an action-packed opening day of Indian athletics.

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