Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Decathlete Tejaswin Shankar reveals why he stopped tracking the live points calculator mid-competition, and how it changed his mindset under pressure.

Tejashwin Shankar, India’s decathlete and former high jumper, opens up about his journey beyond the 8,000-point mark, his ambition to win Asian Games gold, and his long-term Olympic dream.

In this exclusive conversation with host Arup Ghosh, Tejashwin talks about moving from high jump to decathlon, managing all 10 events, using data and performance tracking, preparing for major championships, and why he has stopped watching the points calculator during competitions.

He also discusses TOPS funding, building a training base in the US, the financial realities of professional athletes, nutrition, and what young decathletes need to develop physically and technically.

Watch the full conversation with Tejashwin Shankar and Arup Ghosh.

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