Overwhelming response to distance track races in U20 national competition

ANI June 22, 2025 277 views

The 23rd National Junior Athletics Championships in Prayagraj have drawn an impressive turnout, with over 40 athletes competing in the men's 3000m race. The women's 3000m has also seen strong participation with 22 entries. Alongside track events, field events like discus throw and pole vault will be contested. The three-day event features nearly 1,000 athletes, showcasing India's emerging athletic talent.

"The medal winners will be decided on the basis of their performance in both races." – AFI Release
Prayagraj, June 22: More than 40 athletes have registered themselves for the men's 3000m track race scheduled for day-one of the three-day 23rd National Junior (U20) Federation Athletics Championships starting here at Madan Mohan Malaviya Sports Complex in Uttar Pradesh on Sunday, according to a release from AFI.

Key Points

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Men's 3000m race divided into two groups

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Women's 3000m attracts 22 entries

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959 athletes registered for the event

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Pole vault and discus throw also feature

The competitors in the 3000m track race have been divided into two groups, Race A and B. The medal winners will be decided on the basis of their performance in both races.

The women's 3,000m track race, also scheduled for Sunday, has attracted 22 entries. The 3,000m finals in the men's and women's groups will be the first medal event tomorrow.

The majority of the competitors in the men's 3000m are from Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Madhya Pradesh, too have a good number of athletes in the distance track race.

The men's 5,000m track race scheduled for Tuesday has attracted 50 entries. The competitors have been clubbed in Race A and B, and the medal winners will be decided based on their performance in both races.

The men's 3000m steeplechase on June 24, however, will see 29 athletes competing for medals.

The men and women's 100m final will be a major attraction on the opening day apart from the 3000m track race.

Away from track races, medals will be decided in two field events---women's discus throw and men's pole vault on Sunday.As many as seven athletes from Uttar Pradesh will compete in the pole vault.

As many as 959 athletes, including 278 female competitors, have registered for the three-day competition that will conclude on Tuesday.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
Great to see such enthusiasm in distance running! UP, Maharashtra and MP have always produced strong long-distance runners. Hope we find our next Avinash Sable from this competition 🇮🇳
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Priya M.
Only 278 female athletes out of 959? We need more focus on women's participation in athletics. Still, good to see 22 entries in women's 3000m. Hope DD Sports covers this event properly!
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Ankit S.
The Madan Mohan Malviya stadium is perfect for such events. Saw last year's competition too - the track is world class. Hope they maintain same standards this time. Best of luck to all athletes! 🏃‍♂️
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Sneha R.
Why no live streaming details mentioned? In this digital age, AFI should make these events accessible online. Our young athletes deserve more visibility and support from fans across India.
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Vikram J.
Good to see steeplechase getting attention too! It's one of the toughest track events. 29 participants is decent. Hope the winners get proper training for international competitions ahead.
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Neha T.
The 100m finals will be exciting but real test of endurance is in these distance events. Hope the organizers provide proper hydration and medical support given the UP summer heat. Stay safe athletes! 💪

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