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Young long jumper Shaili Singh has made history by breaking Anju Bobby George's 23-year national record with an impressive 6.64m jump. Her remarkable achievement not only highlights her exceptional talent but also symbolizes the rising potential of Indian women athletes. Lauded by her own coach Anju Bobby George, Shaili represents a new generation of dedicated sportspersons pushing boundaries. Her selection for the upcoming Asian Athletics Championships further underscores her promising athletic career.

Key Points: Shaili Singh Breaks Anju Bobby George's 23-Year Long Jump Record

  • 21-year-old long jumper breaks national record with 6.64m jump
  • Inspired by coach Anju Bobby George's legendary performance
  • Selected for Asian Athletics Championships in South Korea
  • Represents emerging talent in Indian women's sports
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Just the beginning of my journey: Long jumper Shaili Singh on breaking Anju Bobby George's record

Young athlete Shaili Singh shatters legendary Anju Bobby George's 23-year record with historic 6.64m leap at National Federation Cup

"Records are meant to be broken - Anju Bobby George"

New Delhi, April 26

After rewriting history with a strong jump of 6.64m to break Anju Bobby George's 23-year-old record at the Federation Cup, long jumper Shaili Singh said that it is just the beginning of her journey.

The 21-year-old broke the record held by her coach and legendary Anju Bobby George at the National Federation Cup Athletics, held at Maharaja's College Ground in Ernakulam. Shaili leapt 6.64m, surpassing Anju’s 2002 mark of 6.59m.

"Breaking Anju ma'am's long-standing Federation Cup record is a moment of pride for me. Her achievements have always been my inspiration, and to follow in her footsteps means everything. This record has stood for 23 years because of how exceptional she was, and I'm honoured to now be part of this legacy. This is just the beginning of my journey, and I hope to continue making my country proud with many more milestones to come," Shaili said.

Reflecting on the success of Shaili, the veteran Anju Bobby George lauded the youngster and said her historic performance shows the bright future of Indian women in sports.

"Records are meant to be broken, and I'm thrilled to see Shaili accomplish this feat. When we first spotted her talent years ago, I knew she had what it takes to surpass even my best marks. Watching her grow has been like witnessing the next chapter of Indian athletics unfold. This record-breaking performance represents the bright future of Indian women in sports. I couldn't be prouder to pass this torch to someone so dedicated and gifted," said Anju Bobby George.

Shaili was also named in India's 56-member squad for the upcoming Asian Athletics Championships, scheduled to be held from May 27 to 31 in Gumi, South Korea.

- IANS

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Rahul K.
What an incredible achievement! Breaking a 23-year record is no small feat. The future looks bright for Indian athletics with talents like Shaili coming through. Can't wait to see her at the Asian Championships! 👏
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Priya M.
So inspiring to see women supporting women in sports! Anju mentoring Shaili is exactly the kind of legacy-building we need more of. Wishing both of them continued success.
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Arjun S.
While this is a great achievement, I hope the media doesn't put too much pressure on Shaili too soon. Young athletes need space to grow without constant expectations. Let's celebrate but also be patient.
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Sunita R.
That moment when your student breaks your record must be so bittersweet for Anju! But what a classy response from her. True sportsmanship all around. 🇮🇳
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Vikram J.
6.64m is impressive, but the world record is 7.52m. Hope Shaili gets the right training and support to bridge that gap in coming years. The potential is clearly there!
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Neha P.
This makes me so emotional! As someone who grew up watching Anju compete, seeing her pass the torch to the next generation is beautiful. Go Shaili! Make us proud at the Asian Championships! ✨

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