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Gulveer Singh has set a new Indian national record in the 3000m with a time of 7:34.49 at the Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix. The 27-year-old surpassed his previous mark by over three seconds, finishing fifth in a competitive field. He now holds national records in the 3000m, 5000m, and 10000m events. Earlier this year, Singh made history by becoming the first Indian to win two gold medals at the Asian Athletics Championships.

Key Points: Gulveer Singh Breaks 3000m National Record at Hungarian Grand Prix

  • Gulveer Singh finishes fifth with 7:34.49 in 3000m at Hungarian Grand Prix
  • Shatters his previous record by over three seconds
  • Holds national records in 3000m, 5000m, and 10000m
  • First Indian to win double gold at Asian Athletics Championships
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Gulveer Singh smashes 3000m National Record: Finishes fifth with a time of 7:34.49 at Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix

Indian athlete Gulveer Singh clocks 7:34.49 in 3000m, smashing his own record and finishing fifth at the Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix.

"Gulveer Singh continues to rewrite Indian athletics history with another record-breaking performance. – Olympics.com"

New Delhi, August 13

At the Gyulai Istvan Memorial Hungarian Athletics Grand Prix 2025 event in Budapest on Tuesday, Gulveer Singh broke the Indian national record in the men's 3000m race, according to Olympics.com.

Competing in the World Athletics Continental Tour Gold meet at the National Athletics Centre, the 27-year-old Indian athlete finished fifth with a time of seven minutes and 34.49 seconds (7:34.49).

With a time of 7:38.26 at the Boston University meet in February, he surpassed his previous record by more than three seconds. The new record is subject to ratification by the Athletics Federation of India (AFI).

Kenya's Mathew Kipsang won the race in 7:33.23, with Mexico's Eduardo Herrera (7:33.58) and Uganda's World Championships 5000m bronze medallist Oscar Chelimo (7:33.93) completing the top three.

Jakob Ingebrigtsen of Norway, a two-time Olympic champion, established the current global mark of 7:17.55 in August of last year.

Gulveer currently holds national records in the 3000m, 5000m, and 10000m. At the Boston University Terrier DMR Challenge in the United States in February, he beat his own 5000-meter record with a time of 12:59.77. He also holds the Asian record for the 5000-meter short track.

Gulveer Singh set a national record in the men's 10000m by clocking 27:00.22 at the TEN 2025 meet in the USA in March.

Earlier this year, Singh etched his name in history by becoming the first Indian to win two gold medals in the 26th Asian Athletics Championships held in Gumi, South Korea.

The 26-year-old Army athlete clinched the 10,000m gold on the opening day and followed it up with a resounding victory in the 5,000m.

- ANI

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Sarah B
As an athletics fan, I'm amazed by Gulveer's consistency. To hold national records in 3000m, 5000m AND 10000m is phenomenal. But we need to ask - why aren't our athletes getting more support? The gap between his time and world record is still significant.
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Ananya R
Being an Army athlete must give him that extra discipline! 🎖️ So proud to see our forces personnel excelling in sports too. Hope he gets proper recognition and facilities to improve further. #SaluteToGulveer
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Vikram M
Fifth position might not sound like much, but when you're competing against African runners who dominate distance running, this is actually brilliant! Slowly but surely, Indian athletes are making their mark. Next target - Olympic medal?
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Kavya N
I wish media would give more coverage to athletics stars like Gulveer instead of just cricket. His achievements are no less than any cricket match win. When will we see his face on Bournvita or Boost ads? 😊
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Michael C
Impressive progress! Breaking his own record by 3+ seconds shows serious dedication. As someone who runs marathons, I know how difficult it is to shave off even a few seconds at that level. The future looks bright for Indian distance running.

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