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Indian hurdler Jyothi Yarraji has been ruled out of the 2025 athletics season due to a serious knee injury requiring surgery. The national record holder in 100m hurdles will miss critical competitions, including the World Athletics Championships. Yarraji remains optimistic about her recovery, expressing determination to return stronger. Her injury is a significant setback for her promising athletic career, coming after recent gold medal performances.

Key Points: Jyothi Yarraji Sidelined by Knee Injury for 2025 Athletics Season

  • Knee injury requires surgery and ends 2025 season
  • National record holder in 100m hurdles forced to pause
  • Yarraji missed World Athletics Championships opportunity
  • Gold medalist at Asian and National competitions sidelined
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Jyothi Yarraji ruled out of 2025 season due to knee injury

Indian hurdler Jyothi Yarraji faces season-ending knee injury, missing World Championships and key competitions

"Injuries are part of an athlete's journey, and I am going to overcome soon - Jyothi Yarraji"

New Delhi, July 2

Indian hurdler Jyothi Yarraji, due to an unfortunate knee injury during a training session, has to pause her 2025 athletics season. Yarraji said she is working with her medical team to assess options and make a decision on the way forward, according to Olympics.com.

"Due to an unfortunate injury to my knee during training a few days back, I've had to put a pause on my season," Yarraji posted on her Instagram story on Wednesday. "I'm working with my medical team to assess my options and make a decision on the way forward.

"Injuries are part of an athlete's journey, and I am viewing this as just another hurdle I am going to overcome soon with all your support and blessings. I will be back stronger," she added.

Former Athletics Federation of India (AFI) president Dr Adille J Sumariwalla later confirmed that the injury will require surgery and will sideline Jyothi for the entirety of the season, according to Olympics.com.

Yarraji, the national record holder in the women's 100m hurdles with a personal best timing of 12.78s, was last seen in action at the Taiwan Athletics Open last month, where she clinched a gold medal.

The Indian athlete also clocked 12.96s to win gold at the Asian Athletics Championship earlier this year. Yarraji's injury also ends her bid to compete at the 2025 World Athletics Championships, which is set to take place from September 13 to 21.

Yarraji won a silver medal at the Asian Games and started her 2025 season in February with a gold in the 100-meter hurdles and 200-meter run at the National Games before taking first place in the 100-meter hurdles at the Federation Cup.

- ANI

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Shreya B
As someone who follows athletics closely, I must say our sports authorities need better injury prevention programs. Too many of our athletes get injured during training. Get well soon Jyothi! 💪
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Arjun K
Just when she was peaking in her career! 😔 But knowing Jyothi's determination, she'll bounce back stronger. Her Asian Games performance last year was phenomenal. Take your time to recover fully!
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Priya S
Her positive attitude despite this setback is commendable. "Just another hurdle" - what a champion mindset! Wishing her all the best for surgery and recovery. India is with you, Jyothi! 🇮🇳
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Vikram M
This shows how physically demanding hurdles is as a sport. Hope SAI provides her with the best medical care possible. We can't afford to lose talents like Jyothi due to inadequate support systems.
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Kavya N
So sad to hear this! She was breaking records left and right this season. But health comes first - better to recover fully than rush back. Sending healing vibes your way, champ! ✨

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