Other Sports

Murali Shreeshankar wins the 2023 Indian Grand Prix 3 right after returning from a hamstring injury

Indian long jumper and commonwealth games medallist Murali Shareeshankar has announced his return from the sidelines with a win at the 2023 Indian Grand Prix 3 at the Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru.

The youngster was competing for the first time since the National Games in October last year. Still, he managed to record the best leap of 7.94m on his last attempt. The 24-year-old had suffered a grade 2 hamstring injury and was out for a substantial time. However, he is happy now that he has returned to full fitness and was even happy with his effort at the Indian Grand Prix event.

“I had to start the season a bit late due to the injury I picked up during the National Games, but the training and preparations have been going great,” M Shreeshankar told in an interaction with The Bridge.

He highlighted that the wind played a major role in reducing his distance as it was blowing against the movement. So he shared that with the wind in his favour he can easily reach 8.20m with the same effort that he had put in for the best leap here at the Indian Grand Prix 3 in Kanteerava. Overall considering the circumstances and his return from injury the youngster was happy with his effort.

“Today’s performance was pretty much good. It did not come up to my expectations because of the wind. It (the wind) was like -2.8m/s; nullifying the effect of the wind it would have probably been an 8.20m jump. So, I am pretty happy with the effort,” he added.

Shreeshankar will look to rub his shoulders with the best in the world and that’s how he will improve. Hence, he is heading to Texas and will train there before moving to Europe and also making a few Diamond League appearances.

“I will be flying to the USA for a training camp day after tomorrow and will be spending some time there. From there we will head to Europe and will compete in some Diamond League meets too,” the prodigious athlete concluded.

Overall Murali Shreeshankar has the raw talent to be one of the best in the world in the long jump. HIs talent needs proper nurturing which will happen in USA and Europe when he will play more competitive events. There is a slight possibility of him doing well in Paris next year.

About the Author


Written by DafaNews

DafaNews brings you the most highlighted news in the world of Sports. It serves you up-to-date matches, scores, live streams, fantasy games and quizzes. Our news covers India's prestigious leagues and events – Premier League, Pro Kabbadi League, Cricket World Cup and many more. Follow DafaNews on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter,Telegram and Youtube for more updates.

Related Post
Share
Published by
DafaNews

Recent Posts

Pro Kabaddi League 2024: Patna Pirates vs U Mumba – Match Preview

Patna Pirates will take on the mat against U Mumbai in the 37th match of… Read More

November 5, 2024

“If there is no captain in the beginning, it is better to make someone else”- Sunil Gavaskar on reports of Rohit Sharma missing 1st BGT 2024-25 Test

Legendary Sunil Gavaskar has said the vice-captain Jasprit Bumrah should be backed as the skipper… Read More

November 5, 2024

“When Virat Kohli comes now, it seems like he can be dismissed without any issues” – Aakash Chopra on Kohli’s struggles vs New Zealand and Bangladesh

Former Indian Test opener Aakash Chopra reckons India’s superstar Virat Kohli doesn’t look like a… Read More

November 5, 2024

“When Rishabh Pant is in the crease, everyone is scared” – Ajaz Patel opens up on battle with wicket-keeper in IND-NZ 2024 Test series

New Zealand’s spinner Ajaz Patel has revealed that everyone is scared when Rishabh Pant is… Read More

November 5, 2024

Mumbai City FC deserved the win: Mikael Stahre after 4-2 loss

Kerala Blasters FC head coach Mikael Stahre admitted that Mumbai City FC were the deserving… Read More

November 5, 2024

“Rohit didn’t use to play like this” – Aakash Chopra questions Rohit Sharma’s approach against New Zealand and Bangladesh

Former Indian Test opener Aakash Chopra has questioned Rohit Sharma’s approach after his poor performance… Read More

November 5, 2024