Season Opener Sizzles: Nirmal Tom and Vithya Ramraj Steal the Show at Indian Open 400m
The Indian Open 400m competition held at LNCPE, Kariyattom, marked a thrilling start to the domestic athletics season. The event, brimming with fierce competition, served as a crucial platform for athletes vying for spots in the upcoming World Relay Championships in May.
A Nail-Biting Finish in the Men's Final
The men's 400m final was an edge-of-the-seat spectacle. The absence of Amoj Jacob due to a back spasm created an opening, and three Kerala athletes seized the opportunity. Noah Nirmal Tom, Muhammed Anas Yahiya (the national record holder), and V. Muhammed Ajmal separated themselves from the pack after the first curve. A captivating battle ensued, with Tom strategically taking the lead at the second bend. Despite a valiant effort from Yahiya and Ajmal, who finished close be...