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Sumit Antil is thrilled to compete in the World Para Athletics Championships at his home stadium in New Delhi. He started his career at the Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium and feels excited to perform in front of his home crowd. The event features a new Mondo track, a first for any stadium in India. Antil believes hosting this championship will inspire and guide junior para athletes across the country.

Key Points: Sumit Antil Excited for World Para Athletics Championship at Home

  • Antil began his para sports career at JLN Stadium
  • New Mondo track installed for first time in India
  • Event will inspire junior Indian para athletes
  • Championships set from September 27 to October 5
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Very excited to feature in World Para Athletics Championship at home, says Sumit Antil

Two-time Paralympics champion Sumit Antil shares his excitement for competing in the World Para Athletics Championships at Delhi's Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, his home ground.

"I am very excited for this time, as it happening in front of my people. Plus, this is my stadium and my home ground. - Sumit Antil"

New Delhi, Sep 12

Two-time Paralympics champions Sumit Antil has expressed his excitement at competing in the upcoming World Para Athletics Championships, to be held in the city from earlier this month, adding that his preparations have been going very well to put his best foot forward in the competition.

The iconic Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium in New Delhi will be the host for 2025 World Para Athletics Championships, set to take place from September 27 to October 5. The 12th edition of the world championships will be the largest Para sport gathering ever hosted in India.

“I am very excited for this time, as it happening in front of my people. Plus, this is my stadium and my home ground. I started my para sports career from JLN stadium. I am very excited to compete here with world-class athletes. My preparation is going very well. I hope that I will do well in the upcoming tournament,” said Antil in a conversation with IANS on Friday, on the sidelines of PlayCom 2025 summit.

Talking about sharing his thoughts in front of a big audience, Antil said, “It was a very good experience. I shared my journey with people here. I hope that our junior athletes will get inspiration from this journey. I hope they will also get some guidance for (performing well in) the tournaments.”

The inauguration of the blue-coloured Mondo track, installed in a stadium in India for the first time, at the venue has added more sheen to the upcoming marquee competition.

Antil firmly believes seeing a global competition at home will help young para sports persons in learning about the elite-level preparation and performance standards of top-level athletes.

“Of course, you get to see your family and friends. But I think it will be a learning experience for our junior athletes, who would be seeing the competition. There are so many things that athletes can learn from seeing the elite athletes in action.”

“Our junior athletes will get inspiration from this. They will also get guidance on how to control their nervousness in upcoming international tournaments. They will learn a lot from this,” he added.

- IANS

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Rohit P
Finally India hosting a major para athletics event! This will definitely inspire many young athletes. Hope our government continues to support para sports infrastructure. Jai Hind! 🏅
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Sarah B
As an expat living in Delhi, I'm excited to attend this event. It's wonderful to see India taking the lead in para sports. Sumit's dedication is truly commendable. Looking forward to watching him compete!
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Arjun K
Mondo track in JLN Stadium is a game-changer! Hope this becomes a regular feature for all athletic events. Sumit Antil is right - this exposure will help junior athletes immensely. 🙌
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Michael C
While I appreciate the enthusiasm, I hope the organizers ensure proper accessibility and facilities for all para athletes. Sometimes we focus on the glamour but forget the basic needs of differently-abled participants.
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Kavya N
Sumit's humility and focus on inspiring juniors is what makes him a true champion! His journey should be part of school curriculum to motivate young Indians. Can't wait to cheer for him in September! 💪
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Vikram M
Delhi hosting World Para Athletics is a proud moment for every Indian. Hope we get good crowds to support our athletes. Sumit Antil has made the country proud multiple

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