Excelsior Sports Correspondent
JAMMU, Feb 25: With their outstanding performance at 9th New Delhi Marathon, organized by Athletics Federation of India & Fit India, a group of Jammu runners led by Aman Gupta, Abhishake Gupta, Sudhir Anand, Surinder Kanahiya, Jaideep Singh and Ajay Gandotra won honours.
Aman Gupta led the pack with an outstanding finish time of 3 hours and 30 minutes, setting a new standard of excellence. Following closely behind, Abhishake Gupta completed the marathon in 4 hours and 35 minutes, displaying unwavering determination and perseverance.
Sudhir Anand and Surinder Kanahiya demonstrated remarkable grit and resilience, finishing the marathon in 3 hours and 37 minutes and 4 hours and 15 minutes, respectively. Surinder Kanahiya’s pacing assignment of 4 hours and 15 minutes was executed flawlessly, showcasing his strategic approach to the race.
In the Half Marathon category, Jaideep Singh and Ajay Gandotra stood out by achieving personal best times. Jaideep Singh’s impressive performance highlighted the depth of talent within Jammu’s running community, while Ajay Gandotra’s achievement at 58 years of age is truly commendable, inspiring individuals of all ages to pursue their passion for running.
Additionally, notable participants such as Sukhpal, Vishal Kapoor, Sukreet Gupta and many others excelled in the Half Marathon, achieving their personal best timings and contributing to Jammu’s success at the event. Their outstanding performances not only bring glory to Jammu but also serve as an inspiration to aspiring athletes nationwide.
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